CHARTER OAK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of a Principal, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom, program or other learning environment; assist teachers with the preparation of instructional materials; tutor students in assigned subject areas. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments. E Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers and recording grades; maintain student files as assigned. E Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, bulletin boards and displays, operating audio﷓visual equipment, distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials, and typing various materials. E Administer, monitor and score a variety of tests and assignments; rephrase materials and explain instructions and words. E Observe and control behavior of students according to approved procedures; assist in resolving disputes between students; report progress regarding student performance, achievement and behavior. E Operate a variety of office, instructional and audio﷓visual equipment as assigned. E Assist in monitoring students during recess and other activities as assigned; accompany students on field trips, to bus stops, restrooms, offices and other locations as needed. E Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures. Assist the teacher with parent contacts as needed. Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Child guidance principles and practices. Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading. Safe practices in classroom and playground activities. Basic instructional methods and techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Basic record﷓keeping techniques. Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct. Operation of office, instructional and audio﷓visual equipment. ABILITY TO: Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom, program or assigned learning environment. Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher. Print and write legibly. Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Learn the procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties. Communicate effectively with children and adults. Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Supervise and maintain student discipline students according to approved policies and procedures. Operate office, instructional and audio﷓visual equipment. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and one year of experience working with children in an organized setting. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Classroom environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Seeing to read a variety of materials. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a typewriter or computer keyboard. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.