Instructional Assistant - Behavioral Intervention
Company: California Schools Talent Collaborative
Location: Vista
Posted on: November 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:
-Instructional Assistant - Behavorial InterventionVista Unified
School District -Purpose Statement: The purpose of an Instructional
Assistant-Behavioral Intervention is to provide support to the
instructional program with specific responsibilities to provide
implementation and modeling of research-based interventions in a
variety of educational settings according to established individual
educational plans; support instructional staff and students in the
achievement of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral goals;
assist with behavior modification and intervention strategies;
document activities in accordance with established guidelines
and/or regulatory requirements; provide general classroom support.
This job reports to an assigned administrator.Essential
Functions--- Accompanies and monitors students participating in a
variety of activities (e.g., assemblies, lunch and/or recess,
transitioning between classrooms and/or other school areas,
community outings, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining student
safety, maximizing student independence, and assisting students in
the development of social and community skills. --- Assists
instructional staff in the preparation and presentation of a
variety of instructional materials for the purpose of improving the
learning skills, self care, and/or social development of assigned
students and/or presenting and reinforcing learning concepts. ---
Assists students with physical care and personal hygiene (e.g.,
diapering, toileting, eating, grooming, dressing, etc.) for the
purpose of providing services in accordance with student
individualized educational, health, and/or behavior plans. ---
Attends meetings, workshops, and/or in-service training for the
purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to
perform functions. --- Collaborates with instructional staff and
supervisor for the purpose of assisting in the achievement of
student and program goals. --- Communicates with instructional
staff regarding progress of assigned students for the purpose of
participating in needs assessments and/or assisting in evaluating
progress. --- Demonstrates appropriate communication and behavior
techniques for students for the purpose of assisting in the
development of appropriate physical care, personal hygiene,
interpersonal skills, and/or successful problem solving strategies.
--- Implements behavioral plans designed by instructional staff for
students with behavior disorders or other conditions for the
purpose of assisting in meeting student needs and providing a
consistent environment. --- Maintains a variety of manual and
electronic documents, files, and records (e.g., student observation
records, behavior charts, student assignments, class schedules,
behavior support plans, etc.) for the purpose of providing written
reference and meeting mandated requirements. --- Monitors assigned
students and records data on academic and/or behavioral information
for the purpose of measuring student progress in identified areas
in accordance with student individualized educational, health
and/or behavior plans, providing documentation, and/or
communicating information to appropriate personnel. --- Obtains
classwork and homework assignments for students for the purpose of
addressing classroom requirements. --- Performs general clerical
functions (e.g., files, copies, faxes, laminates, collates, etc.)
for the purpose of supporting instructional activities in a timely
and efficient manner.--- Provides instructional support to students
under the direction of instructional staff one-on-one or in small
groups (e.g., academic support, sitting and attending, stimulus
control, sensory integration, functional skills, communication and
language development skills, self-help, visual perception, building
independence, assistive technology, etc.) for the purpose of
supporting instructional staff and assisting students in the
achievement of their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral
goals. --- Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of
resolving immediate safety concerns, deescalating situations,
maintaining a safe and positive learning environment, and ensuring
established procedures are followed. -Other Functions--- May drive
a vehicle to conduct work for the purpose of providing services to
students. --- Performs other related duties as assigned 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:---
adhering to safety practices; --- applying job-related codes,
regulations and laws; --- handling hazardous materials; ---
operating standard office equipment including using pertinent
software applications and office technology; --- preparing and
maintaining accurate records; --- using Microsoft Office software
applications and Google based platforms.KNOWLEDGE is required to
perform basic math, including calculations using fractions,
percents, 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:--- age appropriate
behavior; --- basic first aid; --- basic subjects taught in
District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language
and reading; --- behavior modification strategies and techniques;
--- child guidance techniques; --- classroom instructional media
and technology; --- concepts of grammar, spelling, and punctuation;
--- concepts of learning disabilities and behavioral challenges;
--- conflict resolution techniques; --- cultural differences of
student population; --- health standards; --- first aid and CPR
techniques; --- interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and
courtesy; --- job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies;
--- recordkeeping and record retention practices; --- school safety
practices and procedures.ABILITY is required to schedule activities
and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use
basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with
others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing
specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined
methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant
diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied
types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem
solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational
objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific
ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include:--- accuracy and attention to detail;
--- adapting to changing priorities; --- administering first aid
and CPR; --- analyzing issues and determining an appropriate course
of action; --- applying behavior modification techniques developed
for classroom use; --- communicating with diverse groups and
individuals; --- displaying tact and courtesy; --- establishing and
maintaining effective working relationships with others; ---
interacting with the public; --- maintaining confidentiality; ---
modeling appropriate social skills; --- monitoring and evaluating
student progress; --- preparing accurate records; --- reading,
interpreting, explaining, and following laws, rules, regulations,
policies, and procedures; --- understanding and following oral and
written directions; --- working as part of a team; --- working with
detailed information/data; --- working with frequent
interruptions.Responsibility Responsibilities include: working
under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or
methods; providing information and/or advising others; operating
within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other
work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is
a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.Work
Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's
functions require the following physical demands: significant
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, significant stooping,
kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, seeing and hearing to
exchange information, and significant fine finger dexterity. The
job requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise
moving objects up to 40 lbs. Generally the job requires 40%
sitting, 35% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under
conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or
illness.Experience: Job related experience is required.Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Keywords: California Schools Talent Collaborative, El Cajon , Instructional Assistant - Behavioral Intervention, Other , Vista, California
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