Instructional Assistant

 Applicants must include resume and transcripts verifying  conferral of a BA/BS college degree.

Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities:   Under the direction and supervision of administrators, or assigned supervisors, the Instructional Assistant provides instructional, behavioral, and classroom support to students in individual, small-group, and classroom settings. The position assists teachers in implementing instructional activities, reinforcing learning objectives, supporting student independence, maintaining a safe and positive learning environment, and performing related clerical and organizational duties.

The Instructional Assistant works collaboratively with teachers, specialists, administrators, students, families, and school personnel to support student achievement, social-emotional development, behavior, and overall educational success.

Typical Duties: Instructional Support

• Assists teachers and instructional personnel with the preparation, organization, and presentation of instructional materials, classroom activities, and lesson plans.
• Provides individualized or small-group instruction and reinforcement of academic skills under teacher direction.
• Tutors, guides, and supports students in completing assignments, projects, classroom activities, and learning tasks.
• Reinforces concepts taught by certificated staff and assists students in meeting academic, developmental, behavioral, and functional goals.
• Reads to students and supports reading, writing, language, mathematics, and other classroom activities.
• Assists students in developing appropriate classroom routines, independence, and learning strategies.
• Provides additional instructional support before, during, and after school activities as assigned.

Typical Duties- Student Supervision and Support

• Supervises and monitors students in classrooms, playgrounds, lunch areas, common areas, and other learning environments.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, supportive, and inclusive environment for students.
• Observes student behavior, progress, and participation; documents and reports information according to established procedures.
• Supports implementation of teacher-developed behavior plans, classroom expectations, and approved behavior management strategies.
• Provides encouragement, guidance, emotional support, and positive reinforcement to students.
• Demonstrates patience, warmth, understanding, and responsiveness when working with children.
• Assists students with social skills, communication, problem-solving, and appropriate interactions with peers and adults.
• Assumes responsibility for supervising students when assigned.

Special Education and Specialized Support:

• Supports students with diverse learning, developmental, behavioral, communication, and physical needs.
• Assists students in accessing instruction and participating in classroom activities.
• Implements instructional strategies and supports as directed by teachers and specialists.
• Assists with student accommodations, modifications, and individualized supports.
• Provides assistance with daily classroom routines and student independence skills as needed.

Classroom and Clerical Support

• Prepares, organizes, duplicates, files, and maintains instructional materials.
• Maintains student records, attendance information, files, and documentation as assigned.
• Assists with grading assignments, organizing classroom materials, and preparing reports.
• Sets up classroom work areas, bulletin boards, displays, equipment, and learning materials.
• Maintains inventory of classroom supplies and instructional materials.
• Operates classroom and office equipment, including computers, audiovisual equipment, and assigned software applications.
• Performs routine clerical tasks and basic recordkeeping duties.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates effectively with teachers, administrators, staff, students, and families.
• Provides and receives information regarding student needs, progress, and classroom activities.
• Participates in meetings, trainings, professional development, and in-service activities as assigned.
• May provide interpretation or translation support when required by the position.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

• Knowledge of Child growth, development, and behavior characteristics.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of child guidance.
• Knowledge of Safe classroom practices and student supervision procedures.
• Knowledge of Basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of Academic subjects commonly taught in schools, including reading, writing, language arts, mathematics, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.
• Knowledge of Classroom procedures, routines, and student conduct expectations.
• Knowledge of Behavior support practices and positive reinforcement strategies.
• Knowledge of Basic recordkeeping methods and documentation procedures.
• Knowledge of Use of standard classroom and office equipment.
• Knowledge of Oral and written communication practices.
• Knowledge of Appropriate workplace professionalism, confidentiality, and teamwork.
• Ability to Assist with instruction and classroom activities under teacher direction.
• Ability to Work effectively with individual students and small groups.
• Ability to Follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to Establish positive relationships with students and adults.
• Ability to Demonstrate patience, flexibility, and cultural responsiveness.
• Ability to Monitor, observe, and report student behavior and progress.
• Ability to Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Ability to Perform basic arithmetic calculations and routine clerical tasks.
• Ability to Organize materials, maintain records, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to Work collaboratively as part of an educational team.
• Ability to Adapt to changing student and classroom needs.
• Ability to Exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to Work independently with appropriate supervision
• Give oral and written direction
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Ability to compute basic math calculations

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree  
• Experience working with children in educational, childcare, youth, or organized settings.
• Coursework, training, or experience in education, psychology, child development, special education, behavior support, or related fields.
• Give oral and written direction
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Ability to compute basic math calculations

Physical Demands

The physical demands described represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The employee may be required to:

• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, kneel, crouch, stoop, and reach to assist students and access materials.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull light objects up to approximately 10 pounds.
• Maintain dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment and classroom materials.
• See to read instructional materials and monitor student activities.
• Hear and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Reach overhead and above shoulder level.
• Move throughout classrooms, school grounds, and instructional environments.

Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in indoor classroom and school environments.
• Employee may work in a variety of instructional settings with students of different ages and abilities.
• Noise levels are generally moderate but may vary depending on classroom activities.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Gilroy Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 Coordinator: Paul Winslow, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 7810 Arroyo Circle, (669) 205-4000, paul.winslow@gilroyunified.org

Salary : $33 - $37