What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistants - Elementary position at North Smithfield School Department?
NORTH SMITHFIELD SCHOOL DEPARTMENTJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE:Instructional Assistant QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma; Associate Degree preferred.
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As of January 8, 2006, meet one of the following three requirements:
- Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education in an education-related field; OR
- Obtain an associates or higher degree in an education-related field; OR
- Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state (ParaPro Assessment) or local academic assessment: knowledge and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics; or, reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. (ESEA)
- Successful completion of a RIDE-approved Teacher Assistant Training Program required.
- Demonstrate patience, tact, confidentiality and professionalism in dealing with students, parents, teachers, and the public.
- Classroom Teacher
- Building Principal/Assistant Principal
- Part-time: 17.5 hours/week; one-year only
- Under the supervision of certified teachers, prepare for classroom activities in the implementation of instructional goals and objectives selected by supervisor.
- Work individually and with small groups of students as appropriate to reinforce and supplement concepts previously introduced by the supervisor.
- Perform duties related to classroom needs as directed and requested for preparation and delivery of instruction.
- Participate in in-service training programs as required.
- Assist with the supervision of students, as scheduled by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.
- Work to maintain open lines of communication with staff, students and parents.
- Maintain ethical behavior in relation to confidentiality concerning students.
- Assist, as requested, in maintaining documentation.
- Perform all other duties related to programming as may be assigned by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.
Salary : $26,400 - $33,500