
Senior Instructional Assistant @ Loma Vista Adult Center #538 **($1500 Hiring Bonus)** at Mt. Diablo Unified
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CLASS TITLE: SENIOR INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
DEFINITION: Under general supervision and evaluation by the site administrator, performs work of moderate difficulty in providing various specialized instructional support services in various educational programs; and performs other related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Assists teachers in providing instructions or guidance to students receiving specialized educational services
- Report information about a student which may have educational significance to the teacher
- Assist developing a record keeping system which will allow students to track their own progress
- Supports teachers with facilitating of materials, discussion topics and questions for small group instruction
- Work with students who require extra assistance
- Assists students in learning or using equipment of instructional media
- Assists students in learning or using special tests
- Sets up classroom for activities, lecture and discussion
- Explains instructions and assignment guidelines to students
- Maintains and prepares records related to educational programs
- Traveling from location to location may be required
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience: A combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; two years of experience; two years of college level coursework in a field related to the particular work assignment.
Knowledge of:
- Appropriate subject matter, programs and special instructional or communications procedures
- Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and mathematics
- Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of students
Skill in:
- Applying special instructional or communications procedures
- Following oral and written directions
- Communicating clearly orally and in writing
- Recordkeeping
- Demonstrating patience and compassion
- Supporting the teacher’s organizational system
Ability to:
- Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others
- Perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation
Licenses:
- A valid California Driver’s License may be required.
Certificates and Other Requirements:
Ability to meet proficiency requirements as set forth in applicable state and federal laws and District Annual Notices (i.e. Mandated Reporting, Blood Borne Pathogen). Certification in First Aid and CPR required every 2 years.
Environment:
School-based settings or other District designated environment working with students in a diversified special education classroom environment.
Physical Abilities:
Sufficient vision to monitor students during activities and to read instructional materials; hearing and speaking to exchange information and provide assistance to students and staff; frequently walking, reaching, holding with arms, bending at the waist, crouching and/or squatting to assist students; dexterity of hands and fingers to assist students and to operate specialized equipment or office equipment; pushing wheelchairs; lifting and/or manipulating objects or persons, and/or use of motion up to 25 lbs. or equivalent with or without assistance by another individual and/or with or without the assistance of devices designed to support the lifting effort.
Other Qualifications:
Must successfully pass the District’s pre-employment fingerprinting and TB testing.
CSEA, Salary Range 388
MT. DIABLO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Board Approved: 11/80
Board Revision: 6/22/15
Requirements / Qualifications
This position provides instructional support in a variety of Adult Education classes to help students reach their personal, academic, or career goals in programs such as Adults with Disabilities, English as a Second Language, High School and Adult Basic Education, and/or Career Technical Education. The position requires ability to work with adults from many countries, cultures and languages. It also requires experience with cultural diversity, ability to follow teachers’ instructions and lesson plans, and excellent communication skills. Good computer skills and bilingual English/Spanish desirable. Other related responsibilities and duties as assigned. SELECTION PROCEDURE: To qualify for this position applicant must have a high school diploma and official transcripts of at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree or pass our proficiency exam (will accept CBEST in lieu of). Areas covered on the written exam are math, reading and writing. Please provide copies of your official transcripts or proof of CBEST along with your application. Those candidates successful in the above areas will be invited to interview. All material to be reviewed by the screening committee must be submitted with the application.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation ((not more than a year old))
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (Copy of CBEST or passing proficiency with Mt. Diablo Unified School District)
Requirements / Qualifications
This position provides instructional support in a variety of Adult Education classes to help students reach their personal, academic, or career goals in programs such as Adults with Disabilities, English as a Second Language, High School and Adult Basic Education, and/or Career Technical Education. The position requires ability to work with adults from many countries, cultures and languages. It also requires experience with cultural diversity, ability to follow teachers’ instructions and lesson plans, and excellent communication skills. Good computer skills and bilingual English/Spanish desirable. Other related responsibilities and duties as assigned. SELECTION PROCEDURE: To qualify for this position applicant must have a high school diploma and official transcripts of at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree or pass our proficiency exam (will accept CBEST in lieu of). Areas covered on the written exam are math, reading and writing. Please provide copies of your official transcripts or proof of CBEST along with your application. Those candidates successful in the above areas will be invited to interview. All material to be reviewed by the screening committee must be submitted with the application.
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation ((not more than a year old))
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (Copy of CBEST or passing proficiency with Mt. Diablo Unified School District)
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT: Prior to employment, candidate will be fingerprinted by Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Costs incurred are the responsibility of the prospective employee.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: To qualify for this position applicant must have a high school diploma and official transcripts of at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree or pass our proficiency exam (will accept CBEST in lieu of). Areas covered on the written exam are math, reading and writing. Please provide copies of your official transcripts or proof of CBEST along with application. Those candidates successful in the above areas will be invited to interview. All material to be reviewed by the screening committee must be submitted with the application.
Knowledge of:
• Appropriate subject matter, programs and special instructional or communications procedures
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and mathematics
• Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of students
Skill in:
• Applying special instructional or communications procedures
• Following oral and written directions
• Communicating clearly orally and in writing
• Recordkeeping
• Demonstrating patience and compassion
• Supporting the teacher’s organizational system
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others
• Perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation
Licenses and Certificates:
A valid California driver’s license
NONDISCRIMINATION: The Mt. Diablo Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identify, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, actual or potential parental, family, marital status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding compliance with Title IX student issues, please contact the Title IX Compliance Officer, Wendi Aghily, Chief of Pupil Services and Special Education, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at aghilyw@mdusd.org. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding compliance with Title IX employee issues, please contact the Chief of Human Resources, John Rubio, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at rubioj@mdusd.org. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding harassment, discrimination, intimidation and bullying, please contact the Equity Compliance Officer, Jennifer Sachs, Chief of Educational Support, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at sachsj@mdusd.org.
Comments and Other Information
IMPORTANT: Prior to employment, candidate will be fingerprinted by Mt. Diablo Unified School District. Costs incurred are the responsibility of the prospective employee.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: To qualify for this position applicant must have a high school diploma and official transcripts of at least two years of college (48 units) or an AA degree or pass our proficiency exam (will accept CBEST in lieu of). Areas covered on the written exam are math, reading and writing. Please provide copies of your official transcripts or proof of CBEST along with application. Those candidates successful in the above areas will be invited to interview. All material to be reviewed by the screening committee must be submitted with the application.
Knowledge of:
• Appropriate subject matter, programs and special instructional or communications procedures
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation and mathematics
• Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of students
Skill in:
• Applying special instructional or communications procedures
• Following oral and written directions
• Communicating clearly orally and in writing
• Recordkeeping
• Demonstrating patience and compassion
• Supporting the teacher’s organizational system
Ability to:
• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others
• Perform the duties of the position with or without accommodation
Licenses and Certificates:
A valid California driver’s license
NONDISCRIMINATION: The Mt. Diablo Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identify, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, actual or potential parental, family, marital status, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding compliance with Title IX student issues, please contact the Title IX Compliance Officer, Wendi Aghily, Chief of Pupil Services and Special Education, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at aghilyw@mdusd.org. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding compliance with Title IX employee issues, please contact the Chief of Human Resources, John Rubio, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at rubioj@mdusd.org. Questions, concerns or complaints regarding harassment, discrimination, intimidation and bullying, please contact the Equity Compliance Officer, Jennifer Sachs, Chief of Educational Support, at 1936 Carlotta Drive, Concord, CA 94519, by phone (925) 682-8000, or email at sachsj@mdusd.org.