Instructional Assistant

Pathways Charter School

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

The Instructional Assistant is under the supervision of the Site Administrator and the Student Services Coordinator.

Pathways Charter School is an independent study charter located in 4 counties. This position is for our Vallejo site located at 301 Georgia St, Ste, 260 Vallejo, CA 94590.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

➢ Education and Experience:

▪ High School diploma or equivalent

▪ Two years’ experience working in an educational setting which provides direct instruction to students is desirable

➢ Knowledge of:

▪ English in written and verbal form including the use of correct grammar and vocabulary

▪ Methods and attitudes required in working with children

▪ Office skills; routine record keeping, organizational techniques, computer and copy machine use

▪ Safe work practices, including proper lifting techniques

➢ Ability to:

▪ Exercise good judgment, use discretion, work independently, and maintain confidentiality

▪ Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work

▪ Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

▪ Relate positively to students, staff and public

▪ Communicate in Spanish is desirable

▪ Obtain certification in First Aid, CPR, and EPI Pen is desirable

▪ Be efficient, independent, self-directed, flexible, and patient

➢ ADA Requirement:

▪ Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

➢ Assist the classroom teacher(s) in assigned instructional areas to designated student/s; interact with student/s, encourage their performance, observe progress, and meet instructional needs as they arise

➢ Work with student/s in small groups or on an individual basis; to reinforce basic skills, to supplement classroom work, to administer and score tests

➢ Participate in free time activities with student/s as required, supervise student/s during teacher’s absence

➢ When supervising student/s assume responsibility for their safety and well-being and maintain order and discipline through caring, respectful strategies following established discipline policy

➢ Implement behavior management plan/s using identified rewards and consequences if necessary

➢ Observe mental and physical health of student/s and report potential problems to instructor

➢ Provide support to staff in working with student/s in various instructional programs

➢ Monitor individual progress or student/s and discuss problems and improvements with instructor

➢ Explain and clarify work assignments to student/s. Tutor student/s as necessary

➢ Under the direction of certificated personnel, assist in various aspects of program implementation including, classroom work

➢ Maintain confidential informational and operational records and files

➢ Maintain necessary records, including data collection and copying materials

➢ May be required by the district to participate in student related and/or teacher meetings

➢ Report all injuries incurred by children to teacher or site administrator

➢ Participate in specialized training as necessary

➢ Follow accepted principles, practices, rules, and regulations of the district

➢ Perform other related duties as assigned

PAY SCALE - CLASSIFIED: $21.10 - $25.27 hourly, commensurate with experience.

HIRING PROCESS:

▪ Applications will be reviewed and rated by a screening committee

▪ Persons selected for an interview will be contacted

▪ Position will remain open until filled

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.10 - $25.27 per hour

Experience:

• Classroom management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person