Instructional AssistantGeneral Education (After School Extended Learning Program)

The District is accepting applications for temporary positions to work for the After School Extended Learning Program. Applicants are asked to describe any training, education, experience or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are optional. Applications will be screened based on the minimum qualifications shown for the position. Qualified candidates will be identified at each step of the selection process for further competition. Fingerprinting and criminal record checks will be done on all prospective employees.

Knowledge and Skills: Requires a basic knowledge of child guidance principles and practices and an understanding of the goals and objectives of the instructional programs. Knowledge of arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading sufficient to assist students with homework or other projects is required. Requires good communication skills to interact with students, staff and parents. General knowledge of basic clerical and record keeping is necessary. Abilities: Requires demonstrated ability to understand and interpret teacher's instructions in order to assist in instruction of children; to understand the needs and differences of children; to balance emotional support and discipline to deal with behavior problems; and to perform clerical and classroom support duties with minimum supervision. Requires the ability to communicate with students, staff, parents and the public using patience and courtesy, and in a manner that reflects positively on the District. Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team. Physical Abilities: Requires sufficient visual acuity and depth perception to recognize letters and numbers, and to observe the activity of children and other recipients. Requires lifting of light to moderate objects (under 50 pounds) and lifting of infants and toddlers. Requires sufficient ambulatory ability to walk 100 meters, and hand and finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination to use a computer keyboard and common office equipment. Requires speaking and hearing ability sufficient to hear over a phone and carry on conversations.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and/or Experience): This is the minimum experience and education/training standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for examination. Completion of an AA degree and six (6) months of experience working with students in a classroom or other organized setting. or A High School Diploma or completion of GED and 48 college units or the ability to pass an NCLB required exam provided by the District and six (6) months of experience working with students in a classroom or other organized setting. License and Certificates: Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aide Certification