Instructional Assistant

2 months ago

East Elmhurst, United States Lexington School for the Deaf Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Department: May report to Early Learning Center (ELC), Lower School or Upper School

Supervisor(s): ELC, Lower School or Upper School Principals

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Type: Full-time, 10-month, Benefits Eligible


POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of School Principals, the Instructional Assistant works with teachers in all departments to provide support for and reinforce classroom objectives for effective student learning; and help maintain a positive learning environment ensuring students’ success in school.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

  • Provide support to classroom Teacher by maintaining and monitoring students’ classroom progress and supporting a positive classroom culture and environment.
  • Provide one-on-one instruction/coaching to students as requested by teacher.
  • Assist in preparing classroom materials.
  • Assist in the physical care of the students and/or classroom as needed by the situation and department, including feeding, dressing, toileting, ambulation as needed.
  • Provide Crisis Prevention Intervention (physically restrain student when necessary to prevent harm to student, classmates and other staff members).
  • Escort physically limited student(s) from class to class.
  • Assist students with mobility.
  • Supervise gym area and other common areas as needed.
  • Lunch Duty.
  • Function as Teacher when a Teacher is absent.
  • Update students’ progress reports and other clerical duties as necessary.
  • Provide coverage in classes outside of the regular classroom environment; including Physical Education, Art and Dance.
  • Support the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on strengthening the culture. Demonstrate commitment to the school purpose, vision, and mission.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Flexible, patient, dependable; always demonstrating good judgement.
  • Able to perform job functions with attention to time and attendance.
  • Team player possessing good interactive skills.
  • Respond responsibly in crisis situations.
  • Possess a positive attitude towards students and committed to providing a positive learning environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Must possess New York State certification as Teaching Assistant or attain within one year of employment
  • Experience working with adolescents strongly preferred
  • Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL)
  • Regents or Local High School Diploma, or GED required

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

  • Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Prolonged periods of walking in and around the building
  • Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

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