Instructional Assistant

Berks Career & Technology Center Instructional Assistant NV-532 1 11/13/2020 JOC APPROVED 12/10/2020 AGENDA ITEM XII.D.2.h. NOTICE OF VACANCY DEPARTMENT: Instructional Team CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal/Supervisor of CTE CERTIFICATIONS: None QUALIFICATIONS: 1. HS Diploma or GED required. (B.S. in Education or other degree preferred)

2. Specialized training and/or experience working with youth, particularly Special E ducation students preferred.
3. Requires academic proficiency in math, reading and writing.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
5. An exemplary attendance record is required. POSITION GOAL: Instructional Assistants work under the supervision of the Assistant Principal with general guidance provided by the assigned teachers and Education Facilitators providing direct service to students who require additional support to succeed in their instructional programs including re-teaching current occupational content and academic skills in the context of the occupational curriculum. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment
6. R eview with the teacher and Special Education Facilitator student IEPs.
7. Assist in administering assessment instruments/tests.
8. Assist in the identification and utilization of appropriate student learning preference styles. I nstruction - Classroom
9. P rovide individual instruction, small group instruction within the classroom and laboratory setting including re-teaching current content.
10. Provide alternative procedures to meet individual test-taking styles (i.e., oral, hands-on).
11. Assist students in developing and using problem-solving techniques. I nstruction - Lab Areas
12. A ssist students by reinforcing proper operation of the equipment and machinery used in the laboratory when appropriate.
13. Check laboratory work including use of materials, equipment, and tools; enforce accepted safety practices in students' work.
14. Circulate in the lab to observe whether students are completing their work; provide guidance, instructional support and intervention where needed. A ffective
15. A ssist students in exercising self-discipline and taking responsibility for their behavior. NV-532 2 11/13/2020
16. Promote a positive, orderly, and safe atmosphere in the classroom and laboratory.
17. Assist students in realizing positive attitudes toward education in general and achieving success in their career program. Car eer Guidance
18. Mon itor student progress and encourage positive worker traits (i.e., attendance, punctuality, attitude, independent work habits).
19. Encourage participation in student organizations.
20. Provide additional career information. Oth er Areas
21. Ass ist with comprehension of the academic skills necessary for achieving success consistent with the student's career objective.
22. Dedicate 100% of assigned time providing direct instructional support to students and maintain appropriate records of the instructional support provided.
23. Provide instructional support for CTSO co-curricular activities for assigned occupational clusters/programs.
24. Support the continuous improvement process, as necessary.
25. Other related duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis by the campus administration and may involve consultation with the Educational Facilitator within the guidelines of the Perkins Local Plan. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: EVALUATION: CONTACT TO APPLY: DEADLINE TO APPLY: See Attachment. Full-time: 182 Instructional Days consistent with the school calendar; up to 4 In- service days as required; workweek = 32.5 hours. Part-time: Schedule congruent with school year calendar and established schedule; workweek up to 24 hours (e.g. four days per week, six hours per day with a one- hour duty free lunch). Performance in this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Personnel. Human Resources Department In-house calls dial extension 2312/2318 or external calls 610-743-7645. Berks Career & Technology Center 1057 County Welfare Road Leesport, PA 19533 on or before Friday, September 25, 2026. The po sition holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Berks Career and Technology Center Business Office of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. BCTC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT,

NV-532 3 11/13/2020 EDUCATIONAL AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION.

Berks Career & Technology Center ADA POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (Addendum to the Position Description and Notice of Vacancy) CLASS TITLE Instructional Assistant DEPARTMENT Labor Program Areas The position description or notice of vacancy should include the position purpose and responsibilities statement to include the position's intent. SKILLS REQUIRED: NUMBER SKILLS (Check one) WRITING SKILLS (Check one) SENSORY SKILLS (Check all that apply) No number skills required No writing skills required Visual Counting skills Limited (write and take simple notes) Hearing Basic math skills (+, -, x, /) Extensive (prepare and organize Speaking Advanced math skills (fractions, complete document) Other communication skills acceptable %, formulas, equations) VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS (Check one) READING SKILLS (Check one) No verbal communication required KEYBOARD SKILLS (Check one) No reading skills required Limited (give and take directions) No Keyboard skills required Recognition of letters/words Extensive (provide information and Keyboard skills required Understanding of written directions assistance regularly) Other communication skills acceptable OVERALL AMOUNT OF TIME THE EMPLOYEE SPENDS: Standing 80 % Working indoors 95 % Alone 15 % Walking 5 % Working outdoors 5 % In Groups 85 % Sitting 15 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Specify approximate number of people: 1-25 ESSENTIAL RANGE OF MOTION: (Place checkmark in the box that best represents the frequency of each required physical activity) ACTIVITY Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously MOVEMENT Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Climb Ladder Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Climb Stairs 0 - 10 lbs. Crawl 11 - 25 lbs. Kneel 26 - 50 lbs. Lift Over 50 lbs. Mop/sweep Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Reach above shoulder 0 - 10 lbs. Reach at shoulder 11 - 25 lbs. Reach below shoulder 26 - 50 lbs. Work above ground Over 50 lbs. Work underground HAND/FOOT COORDINATION Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Ride Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right Shovel Fine Manipulation Sit Gross Manipulation Squat Simple Grasping Stoop/Bend Power Grasping Stretch Hand/Wrist Twisting Twist Foot Use Walk Stand Exposure to dust, gas, or fumes…………………………. YES NO Other If yes, description of exposure: Check if typical office conditions. WORKING CONDITIONS: (Describe the physical environment of the position, e.g., range of temperature at work site; dry/wet conditions; noise levels; presence of dusts, odors, gases and/or fumes; lighting levels; ventilation; cramped spaces, etc.) Indoors, well lighted, well-ventilated, newly renovated area. LIST VEHICLES OR MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES, TOOLS, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, AND OTHER SPECIAL EQUIPMENT USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE POSITION: PC Berks Career & Technology Center ADA POSITION SPECIFICATIONS (Addendum to the Position Description and Notice of Vacancy)

CLASS TITLE Instructional Assistant DEPARTMENT Non-Labor Program Area

The position description or notice of vacancy should include the position purpose and responsibilities statement to include the position's intent. SKILLS REQUIRED: NUMBER SKILLS (Check one) WRITING SKILLS (Check one) SENSORY SKILLS (Check all that apply) No number skills required No writing skills required Visual Counting skills Limited (write and take simple notes) Hearing Basic math skills (+, -, x, /) Extensive (prepare and organize Speaking Advanced math skills (fractions, complete document) Other communication skills acceptable %, formulas, equations) VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS (Check one) READING SKILLS (Check one) No verbal communication required KEYBOARD SKILLS (Check one) No reading skills required Limited (give and take directions) No Keyboard skills required Recognition of letters/words Extensive (provide information and Keyboard skills required Understanding of written directions assistance regularly) Other communication skills acceptable

OVERALL AMOUNT OF TIME THE EMPLOYEE SPENDS: Standing 15 % Working indoors 100 % Alone 0 % Walking 15 % Working outdoors 0 % In Groups 100 % Sitting 70 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Must total 100% 100 % Specify approximate number of people: 1-25

ESSENTIAL RANGE OF MOTION: (Place checkmark in the box that best represents the frequency of each required physical activity) ACTIVITY Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously MOVEMENT Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Climb Ladder Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Climb Stairs 0 - 10 lbs. Crawl 11 - 25 lbs. Kneel 26 - 50 lbs. Lift Over 50 lbs. Mop/sweep Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Reach above shoulder 0 - 10 lbs. Reach at shoulder 11 - 25 lbs. Reach below shoulder 26 - 50 lbs. Work above ground Over 50 lbs. Work underground HAND/FOOT COORDINATION Never Occasionally Frequently Continuously Ride Left Right Left Right Left Right Left Right Shovel Fine Manipulation Sit Gross Manipulation Squat Simple Grasping Stoop/Bend Power Grasping Stretch Hand/Wrist Twisting Twist Foot Use Walk Stand Exposure to dust, gas, or fumes…………………………. YES NO Other If yes, description of exposure: Check if typical office conditions. WORKING CONDITIONS: (Describe the physical environment of the position, e.g., range of temperature at work site; dry/wet conditions; noise levels; presence of dusts, odors, gases and/or fumes; lighting levels; ventilation; cramped spaces, etc.) Indoors, well lighted, well-ventilated, newly renovated area. LIST VEHICLES OR MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES, TOOLS, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, AND OTHER SPECIAL EQUIPMENT USED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THE POSITION: PC, Overhead Projector