Alabama State Department of Education
Pre-K Instructional Assistant - Munford Elementary School
Alabama State Department of Education, Munford, Alabama, United States, 36268
Job Summary
Talladega County Schools Talladega, Alabama 35161 Position:
Pre-K Instructional Assistant (7.5 hours) Qualifications:
Must meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Status Required: Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or equivalent 9 hours of approved coursework in child development), at minimum Approved experience in early childhood settings Current/complete application on file Approved background check conducted by Fieldprint Reports To:
Principals Job Goal:
To provide assistance with activities and responsibilities associated with classroom instruction and/or other school programs. Performance Responsibilities: Participate in professional development programs and staff meetings when requested to do so by the supervisor. Assist the teacher in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students are assisted in taking full advantage of the instructional program. Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Assist the teacher in implementing special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on the teacher's understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities. Assist with independent study, drill, remedial and makeup work in accordance with standards assigned by the teacher. Assist the teacher in administering, scoring and recording diagnostic and assessment tests for individuals and small groups. Assist in distributing, collecting and correcting student work. Assist the teacher by reading to individuals and/or small groups plus listening to students read. Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom use. Become proficient in operating and maintaining such equipment as a laminating machine, copier and any other equipment necessary to preparing instructional materials. Construct bulletin boards/classroom learning displays as prescribed by the teacher. Assist any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Maintain an acceptable level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students. Transport and supervise students in school based and/or community based work experiences. Assist students in developing proper behavior/study habits. Assist in fostering student attitudes through teaching the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism in all activities of the school. Prepare for classes assigned, show written evidence of preparation upon request of principal at the local school, and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning. Keep accurate, complete records and evaluate student progress as required by law, Board policy and administrative regulations. Take reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials and facilities. Cooperate with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and faculty meetings. Accept no other employment which interferes with the efficient and effective discharge of duties and responsibilities. Abide by the standards established by the Talladega County Board of Education for professional and personal conduct of teachers. Uphold and enforce Talladega County Board of Education policy. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence. Promote good public relations for the Talladega County School System. Engage in other reasonable duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal. Respond to the needs and interests of the students and teachers. Prepare copies and assist with clerical responsibilities. Assist teachers and students in proper use, operation, and care of equipment. Assist student(s) with positioning, toileting, feeding, therapeutic exercises and other needed services. Load students safely onto and off the bus or in/out of cars as needed. Make certain that wheelchairs are locked and Q-straps, brackets, and other wheelchair apparatus are secure. Secure students in car seats, booster seats, and/or seatbelts. Insure that all students follow the bus safety guidelines. Assist in maintaining student discipline. Assist co-workers as needed. Assist the classroom teacher in the implementation of the IEP and in preparing instructional materials. Assist students with personal hygiene. Perform necessary housekeeping duties not assigned to the custodial staff. Assist teacher or bus driver in performing other related duties as emergencies may warrant. Proficient computer skills. Maintain daily attendance and do monthly attendance reports as needed. Handle student tardies as well as students checking in and out. Assist with implementation of the CNP program including but not limited to free and reduced lunch forms and tickets. Assist with counting any and all money as needed. Answer the telephone. Assist with preparation for school events/activities as needed. Assist with posting grades, running report cards, attendance, etc. Assist with school pictures. Assist with any typing responsibilities including purchase orders. Prepare honor rolls, grade verification sheets, class rolls, student schedules, etc. Maintain appropriate fixed asset inventory as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, principal or designee. Evaluation:
Evaluation will be completed by supervisor as outlined for support staff in Talladega County Board of Education policy. Terms of Employment:
Nine (9) month
7.5 hour work day Work Hours:
Reporting time to school and dismissal will be set by the supervisor within the 7.5 hour work day.
Talladega County Schools Talladega, Alabama 35161 Position:
Pre-K Instructional Assistant (7.5 hours) Qualifications:
Must meet Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Status Required: Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or equivalent 9 hours of approved coursework in child development), at minimum Approved experience in early childhood settings Current/complete application on file Approved background check conducted by Fieldprint Reports To:
Principals Job Goal:
To provide assistance with activities and responsibilities associated with classroom instruction and/or other school programs. Performance Responsibilities: Participate in professional development programs and staff meetings when requested to do so by the supervisor. Assist the teacher in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students are assisted in taking full advantage of the instructional program. Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher. Assist the teacher in implementing special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on the teacher's understanding of individual students, their needs, interests and abilities. Assist with independent study, drill, remedial and makeup work in accordance with standards assigned by the teacher. Assist the teacher in administering, scoring and recording diagnostic and assessment tests for individuals and small groups. Assist in distributing, collecting and correcting student work. Assist the teacher by reading to individuals and/or small groups plus listening to students read. Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials for classroom use. Become proficient in operating and maintaining such equipment as a laminating machine, copier and any other equipment necessary to preparing instructional materials. Construct bulletin boards/classroom learning displays as prescribed by the teacher. Assist any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher. Maintain an acceptable level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students. Transport and supervise students in school based and/or community based work experiences. Assist students in developing proper behavior/study habits. Assist in fostering student attitudes through teaching the values of citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism in all activities of the school. Prepare for classes assigned, show written evidence of preparation upon request of principal at the local school, and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning. Keep accurate, complete records and evaluate student progress as required by law, Board policy and administrative regulations. Take reasonable precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials and facilities. Cooperate with other staff members in planning school activities, instructional goals, objectives, methods, and faculty meetings. Accept no other employment which interferes with the efficient and effective discharge of duties and responsibilities. Abide by the standards established by the Talladega County Board of Education for professional and personal conduct of teachers. Uphold and enforce Talladega County Board of Education policy. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence. Promote good public relations for the Talladega County School System. Engage in other reasonable duties during school necessary to the safe and effective operation of the school when requested by the principal. Respond to the needs and interests of the students and teachers. Prepare copies and assist with clerical responsibilities. Assist teachers and students in proper use, operation, and care of equipment. Assist student(s) with positioning, toileting, feeding, therapeutic exercises and other needed services. Load students safely onto and off the bus or in/out of cars as needed. Make certain that wheelchairs are locked and Q-straps, brackets, and other wheelchair apparatus are secure. Secure students in car seats, booster seats, and/or seatbelts. Insure that all students follow the bus safety guidelines. Assist in maintaining student discipline. Assist co-workers as needed. Assist the classroom teacher in the implementation of the IEP and in preparing instructional materials. Assist students with personal hygiene. Perform necessary housekeeping duties not assigned to the custodial staff. Assist teacher or bus driver in performing other related duties as emergencies may warrant. Proficient computer skills. Maintain daily attendance and do monthly attendance reports as needed. Handle student tardies as well as students checking in and out. Assist with implementation of the CNP program including but not limited to free and reduced lunch forms and tickets. Assist with counting any and all money as needed. Answer the telephone. Assist with preparation for school events/activities as needed. Assist with posting grades, running report cards, attendance, etc. Assist with school pictures. Assist with any typing responsibilities including purchase orders. Prepare honor rolls, grade verification sheets, class rolls, student schedules, etc. Maintain appropriate fixed asset inventory as needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, principal or designee. Evaluation:
Evaluation will be completed by supervisor as outlined for support staff in Talladega County Board of Education policy. Terms of Employment:
Nine (9) month
7.5 hour work day Work Hours:
Reporting time to school and dismissal will be set by the supervisor within the 7.5 hour work day.