MADERA COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - RESOURCE SPECIALIST PROGRAM OR MILD/MODERATE PROGRAM BASIC FUNCTION: Under general supervision, to assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or groups of students in an assigned special education and/or alternative education program; monitor and report student progress regarding performance and behavior; perform a variety of clerical duties in support of the instructional program. Employees in this classification receive general supervision from an assigned administrator and work with a certificated teacher within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Assist in supervising students individually or in small groups in a special class or regular classroom; assist special and alternative education students during classroom and various other activities as directed in order to maintain a safe and effective learning environment. Reinforce instruction to students with identified mild/moderate disabilities; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of special education students. Prepare instructional materials as directed by the teacher; create or modify materials to assist the learning process; correct and score classroom and homework assignments. Assist with maintaining IEP records and files; attend and participate in IEP meetings as required; contact parents as directed. Listen to, tutor, and drill individual students and/or group of students in reading, language, math, and/or other content areas according to instructions and guidance. Supervise activities of students in the classroom. Duplicate, assemble, and distribute a variety of instructional and informational materials as assigned. Perform non-instructional duties, such as establishing and maintaining informational and operational records and files, and attendance records. Assist in the implementation of school-wide discipline policies. Organize the instructional environment; set up materials for daily activities; maintain neat and orderly instructional areas. Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas; operate audio-visual equipment and educational training equipment; distribute and collect materials and supplies. Monitor student progress through observation, daily contact, and maintenance of accurate student records. Assist students whose achievement levels may vary widely with assigned work; listen to students read, answer questions, reinforce concepts, and check work for completeness and accuracy. Observe progress and behavior of students and confer with the teacher accordingly. Guide and assist substitute teacher when regularly assigned teacher is absent. May assist certificated staff with computerized attendance monitoring and/or student grades. Attend staff and inservice training meetings. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills. Operation of a computer and assigned software. Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment. Methods of collecting and organizing data and information. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. ABILITY TO: Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and timelines. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Prepare records and reports related to assigned activities. Plan and organize work. Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and assigned software. React with flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity to changing situations and needs. Interact effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public. Work effectively with a student population. Provide accommodations to special education students as identified in IEPs. Follow and modify lesson plans to fit individual student needs. Demonstrate a patient, understanding, and receptive attitude toward children with special needs, including those with disruptive emotional characteristics. Work collaboratively in teams and with families. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. Work effectively with individuals from various ethnic and cultural groups. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Contribute to a positive working environment. Assist students with basic math skills up to pre-algebra. May require: Oral bilingual proficiency in a second language as determined by administration. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Indoor and outdoor environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Seeing to read a variety of materials. Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others.