JOB DESCRIPTION

Morongo Unified School District

Instructional Services

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - SEVERELY DISABLED

Purpose Statement

The job of Instructional Assistant-Severely Disabled is done for the purpose/s of assisting a teacher in the supervision and instruction of severely special needs students; observing and documenting student progress; implementing plans for instruction; and assisting students by providing for special health care needs.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the teacher for the purpose ofproviding an opportunity for all special education students to participate in classroom activities.
• Assists special education students one on one with classroom and daily living skills (e.g. toileting, diapering, tubefeeding, changing PE clothes, etc. as assigned) for the purpose of creating a positive plan of action to address specific student issues and helping them to process behaviors.
• Assists teacher in instructing special education students (e.g. math, reading, behavioral skills, daily living skills,writing, verbal skills, etc.) for the purpose of implementing goals and ensuring student success.

Attends meetings and in-service presentations (e.g. CPR training, Blood Borne Pathogen, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.

• Implements academic instruction for individuals or small groups (e.g. cooking, math, reading, spelling, music, etc.) for the purpose of meeting learning goals, as described by an IEP and/or district benchmarks.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other conditions for the purpose of assisting in meeting special education students needs and providing a consistent environment.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials, checking papers, attendance, audio visual equipment, set up projects, behavior point sheets, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing reliable information.
• Monitors special education student(s) (e.g. lunch, bus stops, playground, classroom, field trips, public transportation, assemblies, kitchen, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping (daily data on instruction and/or behavior) and clerical functions (e.g. correcting papers,copying, instructional materials, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in providing necessary records/materials.
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safetyconcerns.

Other Functions

• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative tojob functions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of thework unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/behavior.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.  Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.  In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.   Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget.   Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the Organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing  the job's functions requires the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying,  pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing  and balancing; frequent  stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 60% walking and 30% standing.  The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, some hazardous conditions, and in a clean atmosphere.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing: Pre-employment Proficiency Test (AA or 48 college level semester units may be required)

Certificates and Licenses: Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability (by assignment)

Continuing Educ./Training: None Specified.

Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance, TB Clearance

Salary Grade: Classified 18

FLSA Status: Non Exempt   

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