High / Middle School Instructional Assistant

MS/HS 7:15 - 2:00

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Assistant

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Director of Special Education

SUMMARY: The Instructional Assistant is responsible for assisting teachers in supporting student growth. The Instructional Assistant supports student learning objectives and growth. They will support students during instructional and non-instructional times throughout the school day.

POSITION TYPE: Full-time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work that is performed and are not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Other duties may be assigned by the Superintendent and/or the Superintendent’s designee.

Carry out specialized instruction and support to assist the student toward progress on IEP goals and work completion under the direction of the classroom and Special Education teachers in a general education classroom or separate instructional area

Assist the teacher in data collection on student performance, including all IEP goal areas, work completion, and taught skills (grade, work samples, observation)

Establish ongoing communication with the general education and Special Education teachers

Assist teachers with instructional activities, including re-teaching and remediation as necessary

Follow teacher directions regarding discipline, turning in assignments, bathroom procedures, and other systems

Implement a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) if necessary

Make modifications with teacher direction and/or implement accommodations (assignments, projects, quizzes, tests, etc.)

Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records

Assists with the personal needs of students

Supervises students during play periods, recess periods, lunch periods, and in and out of classrooms

Provides small group instruction

Administers tests to individuals or small groups as needed

Participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Designated Personnel

Reports incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining the personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment, and adhering to state and federal laws and district policies

Follows all standards and indicators to the best of his or her ability, as described in the Sutton Public Schools

Adheres to the voted-upon collective bargaining agreement and any applicable MOUs/MOAs between the Sutton Education Support Association and the School Committee

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise students as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. The Superintendent may waive or modify the qualification requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Monitor and support individual needs.

Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism at all times

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including responding to frequent demands

Strong communication skills

Ability to work harmoniously and effectively as part of a work team

Applied Behavior Analysis training is desirable

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Restraint training beneficial

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee must be able to remain stationary for extended periods and occasionally move throughout the school building as needed. Regular use of hands for typing, handling objects, and operating tools is required, along with sufficient grip strength for various tasks. The role involves frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. The employee must be able to enter data, read from screens, and review handwritten or printed materials, with or without visual aids. Clear and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues - both in person and over the phone - is essential. Strong visual and auditory awareness is necessary to ensure student safety and provide meaningful feedback.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level of noise. The employee interacts with students, parents, and other staff members. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. While the majority of the workday is spent inside, the employee must spend time outdoors for fire drills and/or special activities.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.