Instructional Assistant, Transitional Kindergarten

Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects; reinforce instruction and student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior and self-help skills; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, positive attitude, and general guidance. • Provide classroom support to the teacher(s) by setting up work areas and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies, and materials; assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom and play environment (e.g., set up activities and store play equipment; clean and disinfect tables, play equipment, and other classroom areas as assigned).

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist certificated Transitional Kindergarten teacher in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups of students; monitor and report student progress, perform a variety of supportive activities for certificated personnel; perform other related duties as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, supporting curriculum, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of students in the school setting
• Work with team members to assist students in the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors through the use of a variety of positive reinforcement techniques, activities and/or materials
• Assist in the development and implementation of plans to meet students’ needs
• Assist with instructional technology as needed
• Direct group activities of students assigned; assist in monitoring students as directed.
• Participate in meetings and professional development as appropriate
• Perform basic first aid when necessary
• Assist teacher with maintaining classroom routines and classroom management
• Assist in caring for and maintaining curriculum materials, manipulatives, equipment, supplies and toys.
• Work with team members to assist in arranging and maintaining a comfortable and inviting setting for learning oriented experiences
• Collaborate with teacher regarding students’ progress and assist in meeting the needs of all children
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, keyboarding, duplicating, and filing instructional materials; under the guidance of the classroom teacher, grade student tests and assignments and record grades; assist with maintaining student records and files as assigned 
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects; reinforce instruction and student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior and self-help skills; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, positive attitude, and general guidance
• Observe and redirect the behavior of students in an educational environment according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist the assigned teacher(s) with the implementation of lesson plans, and the administration of tasks as necessary; supervise and monitor student conduct in the classroom, on the playground, and other school areas; accompany students to and from school locations, buses, and on field trips
• Provide tutorial support and early childhood education services to children enrolled in an assigned program; tutor individual students in a variety of subject areas; and assist with implementing lesson plans as assigned by the position
• Collaborate with teacher in planning instructional activities; support and deliver instruction under the guidance of the teacher(s);
• Assist with the development of lesson plans; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance
• Assist with various student records, files, logs, and reports related to student attendance, progress, and assigned activities;
• Assist with snack and lunch time as assigned; assist children with eating activities; assist students with washing hands and faces after play times and meals, as needed; assist students with toileting
• Provide classroom support to the teacher(s) by setting up work areas and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies, and materials; assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom and play environment (e.g., set up activities and store play equipment; clean and disinfect tables, play equipment, and other classroom areas as assigned)
• Assist with active supervision of children in educational settings; accompany and assist with the supervision of students on field trips; use positive reinforcement strategies and other approved techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behaviors
• Other related duties as assigned