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CATE Instructional Assistant Abbeville County Career Center Position Purpose Under the direct supervision of the Principal and the guidance of certified Career and Technical Education (CATE) instructors, the CATE Instructional Assistant provides instructional and operational support to assist students in achieving career and technical education goals. The instructional assistant supports classroom, laboratory, and hands-on learning experiences; reinforces technical and employability skills; assists with student supervision; and helps maintain a safe, organized, and productive learning environment aligned with industry standards and workforce expectations. Essential Job Functions Assists and guides students in developing and reinforcing career and technical skills, employability skills, and other competencies aligned with program standards and instructional objectives. Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce technical instruction, support academic learning, and implement assigned instructional programs. Assists CATE instructors with hands-on learning activities, laboratory experiences, demonstrations, and the application of industry-related skills. Supports students in the safe and appropriate use of tools, equipment, machinery, technology, and instructional materials specific to assigned CATE programs. Assists professional staff in the administration, monitoring, and correction of classroom exercises, technical assignments, assessments, and performance-based activities. Assists with classroom, laboratory, and instructional preparations, including organizing materials, preparing equipment, and maintaining workspaces to support effective instruction. Reinforces instructional materials, technical procedures, safety practices, and employability skills according to individual student needs and instructor direction. Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning, participation, performance, and progress toward instructional objectives. Supports classroom and laboratory behavioral management to minimize disruptions, maintain a safe and orderly learning environment, and ensure students remain engaged and on task. Assists in monitoring students during classroom instruction, laboratory activities, work- based learning experiences, field trips, career-related activities, and other school- sponsored events. Accompanies students on field trips, career tours, industry visits, work-based learning experiences, and other educational activities for the purpose of assisting with supervision and student safety. Constructs, copies, distributes, and utilizes instructional materials, technical resources, and educational activities as needed. Assists instructors in reinforcing workplace readiness skills, including communication, teamwork, professionalism, problem-solving, time management, and appropriate workplace behaviors. Supports the implementation of individualized instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications for students with disabilities or other special needs, as directed by certified staff. Assists with maintaining an organized, clean, and safe classroom, laboratory, and instructional environment in accordance with applicable safety procedures and industry standards. Reports equipment concerns, safety hazards, student concerns, and other issues to the appropriate certified staff member or administrator. Assists instructors with parental communication, as requested, to support student achievement, attendance, career development, and parent involvement. Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal or certified CATE instructors. Additional Duties Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal, CATE instructors, or other designated administrators.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not intended to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment Uses standard office equipment, including personal computers, copiers, printers, and other instructional technology. May be required to assist students with the use of program-specific tools, equipment, machinery, and technology under the direction of certified CATE instructors and in accordance with established safety procedures. Travel Requirements Travel between schools, central offices, career-related activities, industry partners, and other designated locations may be required. Travel may include assisting with student supervision during career tours, field trips, work-based learning experiences, and other educational activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to carry out written and oral instructions provided by the Principal and certified CATE instructors. Ability to assist students in developing career and technical skills, employability skills, and workplace readiness competencies. Ability to support hands-on instruction and reinforce technical concepts in classroom and laboratory settings. Ability to follow established safety procedures and assist in maintaining a safe instructional and laboratory environment. Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical concepts, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and other arithmetic operations as needed to support CATE instruction. Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers, instructional technology, and software applications, including Word and Excel. Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, staff, parents, and community and industry partners. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others. Ability to establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students, including students with disabilities or other special needs. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and others contacted in the course of work. Ability to assist with student supervision, classroom management, and the implementation of instructional strategies. Ability to recognize and report safety concerns, equipment issues, and student needs to the appropriate personnel. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to report work orally or in writing to the supervisor as required. Ability to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, and a commitment to student success and career readiness. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in classroom, laboratory, workshop, and other career and technical education environments. May be exposed to program-specific hazards associated with tools, equipment, machinery, chemicals, materials, and hands-on instructional activities. Must be able to follow established safety procedures and assist in maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment. May be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, lift, carry, or perform other physical activities associated with classroom and laboratory instruction. Ability to work outdoors during student activities, career-related events, and other educational experiences. Ability to maintain appropriate supervision and awareness of student safety in active instructional environments. Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position. Qualifications Profile
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of college-level coursework or passing of the Paraprofessional examination, as applicable to district and state requirements. Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred. Experience or familiarity with career and technical education, technical instruction, laboratory environments, or industry-related practices preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with certified CATE instructors and support student achievement, career readiness, and workplace skill development.
FLSA Status Non-exempt