Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood at Shasta County… · Redding

About the Employer

We are located in beautiful Northern California on the Sacramento River, near Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Mt. Shasta, Mt. Lassen, and many other natural wonders. We are an outdoor enthusiast's ideal destination. If you are searching for a place with affordable homes, where you can escape traffic and congestion, and with a true sense of community then come explore Shasta County, California. We are committed to ensuring that all students receive a quality education taught by highly qualified and motivated staff committed to the academic, social, and emotional needs of every student. Our mission at the Shasta County Office of Education, "To be leaders in educational excellence, offering support to schools and community to ensure Shasta County students receive a quality education preparing them for high school graduation and success in career and college". It is a mission we do not take lightly. We are accountable to our clients, not only in providing a quality education for our youth, but also in maintaining sound management practices and care in how we provide oversight to the 25 school districts in Shasta County. Together with the school district superintendents we have developed common goals centered around collaboration and support for all students throughout Shasta County. Core Values Service to and Engagement of school districts, and community partners and each other for the benefit of all students Hopeful and Helpful Aspire to improve and innovate Shared humor and joy Trustworthy Attract, hire, and retain the best employees

Job Description / Essential Elements

POSITION: Instructional Assistant-Early Childhood-State Preschool

Purpose

The job of Instructional Assistant-State Preschool is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program within assigned classroom with specific responsibility for working with individual and/or small groups of students; and providing support to teacher/s and staff.

     This job reports to Assigned Administrator/Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom activities, assignments and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives.

• Administers activities and materials for students under the supervision of assigned teacher for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.

• Assists assigned teacher in the implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and strategies for the purpose of providing support for teachers and students.

• Assists students, individually or in small groups for the purpose of introducing, practicing, and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching goals.

• Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.

• Completes anecdotal observations for the purpose of assisting in the collection of assessment support.

• Maintains classroom equipment, work area, and manual and electronic files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items, providing written reference, providing a safe learning environment, and/or meeting mandated requirements.

• Provides immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (e.g. diapering, hygiene, medication, etc.) for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.

• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (e.g. inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.

• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured student behavioral incidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

• Supervises individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, bus loading/unloading, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.

• Supports classroom teachers and other school personnel for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of curriculum and teaching methodologies.

  Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g. prepares meals and maintains a clean and organized classroom environment, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and adhering to safety practices and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate activities; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; and practicing cultural competency while working collaboratively with diverse groups and individuals.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; and adapting to changing work priorities.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 50% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

 **Experience:**         Job related experience is desired.

 **Education:**          High school diploma or equivalent.

 **Equivalency:**       Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

The stated education and experience requirements are the preferred minimum qualifications for this job. However, relevant experience to substitute for the education requirement and relevant education, certificates and/or licenses to substitute for the experience requirement may be allowed.

Required Testing

Certificates and Licenses

Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency

Continuing Educ./Training

Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Blood Borne Pathogen

Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting

Integrated Pest Management

Sexual Harassment

Mandated Reporter (AB 1207)

New Hire Orientation

Department of Justice & FBI LiveScan Clearance

Current Pertussis (TDAP), Measles (MMR), and Influenza Immunizations

Pre-Placement Health Assessment

Tuberculosis Risk Assessment Clearance

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade

Non-Exempt 10

Requirements / Qualifications

*Submit a completed online application via EDJOIN or a paper application (found under the Links Related to this Job on the right (click on Classified Application)) *Submit Letter of Introduction stating educational background and experience as it relates to this position (optional). *Submit a current resume' (optional). *Attach 2 current (within 5 years) letters of recommendation (optional).

If submitting by paper application, mail or drop off complete package (see requirements above) to:

Shasta County Office of Education ATTN: Human Resources 1644 Magnolia Avenue Redding, CA 96001

• Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter (Not to exceed one page)(optional))
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 Letters of Recommendation (current within last 5 years) (optional))
• Resume (Resume' (optional))

Comments and Other Information

Locations -Bonny View -- 8:15 - 11:45am -Happy Valley Primary -- 8:00 - 11:30am -Happy Valley Primary -- 12:00 - 3:30pm -Hilltop -- 10:30am - 2:00pm -Lassen View -- 9:30am - 01:00pm -Rother -- 8:00am - 11:30am -Rother -- 12:00 - 3:30pm -Rother -- 12:00pm - 3:30pm

3.5 hours per day; 11 months; permanent.

Provide quality child care, learning activities and a safe and caring environment for children in an assigned early childhood program; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED