Title: Instructional Assistant, Building Level (K-12)Reports To: Classroom TeacherEmployee Type: Full Time, School Year Only, Hourly, Non-ExemptSummaryUnder the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives.Job ResponsibilitiesThis list is intended to be illustrative rather than complete and serves to show major duties and responsibilities and does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee will be required to perform other duties requested by the supervisor and/or school administrator.Assists teacher with a small group or individual instructionProvides instruction as directed in a clear, calm and respectful mannerFollows procedures for Intensive and Errorless teaching as trainedAssists teacher with essential classroom and classroom-related tasks, including attending to students’ self-help needs (toileting, hand washing, etc…) as neededAssist in the development and organization of instructional materialsParticipates in ongoing training including Verbal Behavior Bootcamp, CPI Crisis Intervention, monthly consultations, and weekly team meetings (pay is provided for all training)Helps supervise and accompany students throughout the school campusPerforms recess and dismissal duty as assignedProvides direct assistance to Autism Support students during inclusion in the regular education classroom as assignedCollect data on an ongoing basis throughout the school day, as directed by the teacherReinforces same behavioral expectations as the teacher, and implements behavior modification protocols as trained by the teacher, internal coach, and PATTAN consultantsProvides assistance during specials classes as assignedProvides class coverage as assignedDemonstrates genuine concern for students and an understanding of their strengths and needs, as indicated in their IEPAssumes other responsibilities assigned by the teacher or school administrationMay assist in the training of other instructional assistantsEnforces the CCS Student Code of Conduct, the CCS Uniform Code, and the CCS Computer Usage CodePromotes good citizenship through actions as a role modelConducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles that reflect favorably upon the individual and the schoolMaintains the highest level of confidentiality pertaining to school and students’ information, progress, and records.Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and charter requirements, regulations, and lawsAbides by the CCS Employee Manual, CCS policies and procedures, and the PA Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for EducatorsQualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Education and PA Certification preferredExperience with Verbal Behavior Program preferredExperience and demonstrated competency as a classroom assistant, special education assistant, or equivalent experienceAbility to solve practical problems, take initiative, and deal with a variety of variablesStrong verbal and written communication skills; decision-making and judgment skills; planning skills; and human relations skillsKnowledge of basic computer operationsRequired Clearances include Criminal Background Clearance (Act 34), Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), and FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114), all dated within one year of receiptMeets criteria for employment in a PA Public SchoolWork Environment and Physical DemandsThe mental and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of timeAbility to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overheadAbility to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsNoise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate depending on the specific siteWill be required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position’s responsibility