JOB TITLE: Literacy Assistant	LOCATION: Various Elementary Schools Within Division
	JOB CATEGORY: Classified
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Administrator(s) Classroom Teacher(s)	PAY SCALE: Instructional Assistant (.50 FTE)
	FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Carries out instructional activities in literacy under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher; performs related tasks as required and directed; the assistant may independently carry out particular routine aspects of the instructional program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Discusses assigned teaching area with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional literacy efforts;
• Assists classroom teacher in presenting subject matter to students by utilizing a variety of recommended methods and techniques;
• Tutors students, individually and in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts;
• Assists teacher in maintaining a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff;
• Assists in ensuring the adequate supervision for students;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Participates in professional development activities, as requested;
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Performs other related duties as assigned by classroom teacher(s) and/or building administrator(s) in accordance with school/division policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work cooperatively with others in a positive manner; ability to learn and use specialized instructional/management techniques as needed; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, administrators, and staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Development Certificate (GED).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must possess good moral character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classrooms, auditorium, and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities may be required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to noise and hazards. Occasional attendance to building-level meetings and division wide meetings and training activities may be necessary. Daily personal close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with staff members and administration is required. Occasional contact with parents and medical professional may be required.

EVALUATION

The building administrator(s), with collaboration from the classroom teacher(s), will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

School Board Approved

8/14/01