I. Title Program Assistant/Specialized Subject Area

 

II. Definition

 

Under the general supervision and direction of certificated staff to provide assistance to an instructional program in a specialized subject area; and to perform related work consistent with the job description.

 

III. Examples of Duties

 

Independently preview, order and assign supplies and materials for usage; document, copy and up-date instructional materials under the direction of a certificated staff member; trouble shoot when minimum repairs to teaching equipment/materials are needed; teach specialized vocabulary and coordinate student learning activities; maintain records of student achievement; maintain attendance records; coordinate budget information with District office personnel; duplicate and maintain files of instructional materials; assist in the management and guidance of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and assertive discipline techniques; assist in implementing special events and ceremonies; participate in evaluation process; assist staff during select classroom activities; report suspected health problems to the appropriate school personnel; participate with certificated staff in the planning and evaluation of instructional activities.

 

IV. Distinguishing Characteristics

 

This position requires an in-depth knowledge/mastery of a specific subject area (Examples: Natural sciences, foreign language, mathematics, performing arts, computer science, athletics, English literature, etc.)

 

V. Employment Standards

 

A. Knowledge of:

• Specialized subject area;
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation;
• General concepts of child growth and development and child behavior characteristics;
• Student behavior management techniques and strategies.

B. Ability to:

 

• Meet the public tactfully and courteously and to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships;
• Organize and implement teacher planned activities with minimal supervision;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Work effectively with students;
• Perform clerical work;
• Relate to students in a warm and caring manner;
• Meet the public tactfully and courteously and to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships.

 

C. Education/Training/Experience:

 

Completion of twelfth grade or equivalent, and any combination of education, experience and training which meets or exceeds standards of knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

 

D. Licenses/Certificates:

 

Valid driver's license and use of reliable automobile.

 

VI. Specific Qualifications

 

Passage of District clerical and appropriate specialized subject area tests.

 

Date ___________

Range 19a

Position Code PA1

JBD:yy

 

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