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JOB DESCRIPTION: To assist professional staff members by performing a variety of tasks related to the operation of classrooms or other instructional areas.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent required. Two years or more of study at an accredited institution of higher education, as evidenced by 60 credit hours, or an associate’s (or higher) degree, or passing an academic assessment test in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. Must have physical ability to restrain students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the teacher with planned activities and instructional programs.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials planned by the teacher for daily instruction; set up and operate audiovisual equipment; and type educational materials.
• Record and file statistical data, grades, and reports.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining individual student records.
• Tracking behavioral data, positive reinforcement charts, and office referrals.
• Conduct individual and group instruction under the supervision of the teacher.
• Participate in ongoing in-service training: Crisis Prevention Institute, de-escalation techniques, and instructional strategies to support student learning.
• Assist in supervising students in the classroom, lunchroom, and playground under the supervision of a district certificated staff member.
• Participate and assist in outdoor activities.
• Assist in maintaining discipline and order in the classroom.
• Assist in the physical restraint of students when they are hurting themselves or others and/or damaging school property.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SALARY: Full-Time Nine-month position, beginning salary Level 26, employee benefits in accordance with Board policies.

EVALUATION: Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy on the evaluation of support personnel.