Pre-K Instructional Assistant/Floating Classroom Support

Position Title: Pre-K Instructional Assistant/Floating Classroom Support 

Salary Range: 

Contract Length: School Year 

Immediate Supervisor: Certified Teacher, Pre-K Principal, Principal 

Position Overview: 

If a licensed Pre-K teacher or Instructional Assistant is absent the IA/Classroom Support Teacher will fill the role of  the Instructional Assistant in that room. If there are no Pre-K staff absences the Instructional Assistant will assist in a classroom as assigned by the Pre-K Principal. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, professional collaboration with co-teachers as well as the ability to interpret prepared lessons and successfully instruct students using these materials. Other position requirements are provided below. 

BASIC FUNCTIONS : 

• Monitor students during arrival, recess and dismissal times 
• Assist in classroom instruction under the general education guidelines under the direct supervision of a certified teacher 
• Assist students in following classroom schedule 
• Maintain confidentiality of student information 
• Follow all employee practices listed in the Paraprofessional Employee Agreement 
• Work in close physical proximity of the classroom teacher 
• Follow the teacher’s plan and help evaluate the achievement of students with whom the instructional assistant works 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• A Pre-K Instructional Assistant/Floating Classroom Support is assigned to a Pre-K classrooms at one of the eight elementary schools: Clay International Academy, Harrison, Lincoln, Marshall, Muessel, McKinley, Nuner  or Swanson and reports to the Pre-K Principal  and  building Principal unless directed otherwise
• On- time arrival is 7:00 am for Harrison, Lincoln, Marshall, Muessel, Nuner, Swanson and 8:00 for Clay International Academy and McKinley
• Remain at school during the entire school day unless excused by the Pre-K principal  or the designated representative 
• Support classroom instruction and student learning as directed by the lead teacher in the classroom
• Maintain, as fully as possible, the established routines and procedures of the school, classroom and position to which assigned 
• Follow lesson plans and directions with the support of Pre-K staff in the classroom 
• Perform all extra duties for the absent employee as required by the building principal (including the taking of student attendance, recess, arrival and dismissal duties) 
• Assist students as needed to achieve learning goals 
• Use positive reinforcement 
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of the elements of effective instruction to assist teaching 

   and learning as developed by the certified staff 

• Collect data for differentiated learning, student selection and evaluation as requested 
• Maintain adequate records on student work and work cooperatively with student services staff members and/or outside agencies as required 
• Perform other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by the principal or Pre-K principal
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities 
• Exhibit  professional appearance and behavior to serve as a role model for students

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School diploma
• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education 
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing in school readiness, positive behavior interventions and appropriate redirections for preK students. 
• Willingness to participate in pre and ongoing training programs 
• Consideration will be given to those who have already completed High Scope training and have additional early-childhood training 

Compensation 

• Eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits 

To be eligible applicants must agree to and will be compensated for: 

• Fingerprint background check 
• TB Test 
• Drug Screen 
• 20 hours online Training Through FSSA/ILEAD