Middle School RTI Instructional Assistant

Employment Opportunity: Middle School RTI Instructional Assistant

Application: Complete a Classified Application online at www.unicoischools.com

Qualifications:

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience and skill utilizing computer- and web-based productivity tools including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite and Google workspace tools

Description and Professional Responsibilities: The Middle School RTI Instructional Assistant will work under the supervision of school administration and the Middle School RTI Instructor to assist in facilitating the following functions:

• Design lessons based on the Tennessee Department of Education Curriculum Standards for the assigned subject area and courses;
• Use various instructional strategies and groupings to support students' mastery of standards and skill attainment in the subject area;
• Prepare for assigned courses and shows evidence of preparation (lesson and unit plans) upon request by the immediate supervisor;
• Instruct all assigned classes at designated meeting location and time;
• Administer assessments to evaluate students' progress on a regular basis;
• Analyze individual student data to plan and modify instruction to meet individual student needs;
• Develop a classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior;
• Assist in upholding and enforcing all school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations and procedures;
• Communicate students' progress regularly with parents;
• Provide availability outside of the instructional school day for educational purposes to both students and parents when requested to do so;
• Attend and participate in all assigned departmental meetings, professional development sessions, educational conferences, and faculty meetings;
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulations and procedures;
• Provide detailed plans for substitute teachers including lessons, assignments, student expectations, and emergency procedures (fire drill, lockdown, etc.);
• Supervise students at school-related functions including on and off campus activities;
• Represent the school and community in a positive manner; and
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned (These functions are not exclusive or all inclusive as other duties may be required and assigned).

Temperament (Personal Traits):

• Adaptability in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
• Adaptability in accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
• Adaptability in dealing with students, families, and colleagues
• Adaptability in making generalizations, evaluations, and decisions

General Requirements:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.