Instructional Assistant/Exceptional Ed.

Qualifications

• Meet qualifications for NCLB (48 hours of college or higher; pass state mandated test - Work keys)
• Ability to work with young children

Reports To

Principal

Supervises

Students when assigned

Job Goal

To assist in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and viable resource materials.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates and instructs activities as directed by the teacher.
• Organizes activities and materials under the direction of classroom teacher.
• Maintains accurate documentation of child’s progress.
• Operates audiovisual equipment utilized in instruction.
• Exercises good judgment as to child’s needs.
• Adapts and modifies materials and techniques.
• Assists teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans.
• Participates in professional development and scheduled meetings.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Salary Information

Classification:	Instructional Assistant (Exceptional Ed)
Scale:	Classified
Grade:	B
Days Employed:	185 per school year
Beginning Salary	$14.00 per hour Exception:  JPS employees should refer to the Classified Employee Pay Scale Rules of Administration and Implementation.
Overtime:	Non-exempt

Codes

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:

801003 (Teacher Aide)