Instructional Assistant

Instructional Assistant

TITLE: Paraprofessional / Teacher Assistant

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Provides support to teacher/staff as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds high school diploma.
• Successful experience as a teaching assistant or aide.
• Must have Paraprofessional Certificate and minimum of 60 hours or more of college hours.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the classroom teacher in instructing assigned classes according to state standards and the school’s planned program of study to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Assists the classroom teacher in creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Assists the classroom teacher in preparation for classes assigned.
• Assists the classroom teacher in guiding the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals by establishing and communicating clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Assists the classroom teacher in employing a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Assists the classroom teacher in assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Assists the classroom teacher in identifying the learning problems of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of school and district specialists as required.
• Assists the classroom teacher in protecting students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assists the teacher in maintaining accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative guidelines.
• Attends staff meetings and serve on committees as needed.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence by collaborating with staff members as needed.
• Assists the classroom teacher by implementing the school discipline plan and District Code of Ethics and other school/district policies.
• Consistently reports to work and duty stations on time.
• Other duties as assigned by the principal or other members of the administrative team.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
: 185-Day Contract

EVALUATION:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with the school Board Policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Primary

Location:

Timmonsville High School

Salary Range: FCSD4 Instructional Aide Scale depending upon certification