CIS JOB DESCRIPTION
Designation | Specialised Instructional Assistant |
Department | Early Years, Primary, Secondary |
Location | Varied depending on assignment |
Reports to | Vice-Principal |
Works collaboratively with | Teachers and students, programme coordinators |
Assigns task to / supervises | N/A |
KEY ACCOUNTABILITY (Main purpose of this job):
The Specialised Instructional Assistant, is part of a team of educators working together to provide instructional support for students. As such, the Specialised Instructional Assistant:
Supports multiple teachers and students within a grade or across multiple grades Maintains open lines of communication with teachers, administrators, operational staff and other instructional assistants Confidentiality and privacy of information related to students and the workplace Flexibility – on occasion the IA may be called upon to perform duties outside the specific scope of this job description A willingness to get involved in school activities such as staff meetings, social functions and other school activities Must not spend more than 20% of their time involved in administrative work.
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RESPONSIBILITIES (Key areas of responsibility):
General Responsibilities
Supports multiple teachers and students within a grade or across multiple grades using specialized skill sets. Assist and guides students by demonstrating appropriate support, patience, kindness and caring Develop students’ self-esteem and positive self-concept. Supervise, observe and encourage positive student behavior in a developmentally appropriate way, and in keeping with the values of our school Model the CIS values of Excellence, Respect, Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, and Generosity Abide by the dress code of the school Attend professional learning and training sessions when required by the school
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Specific Classroom Responsibilities
Instructional Support
Provide specific individual supports for students (e.g maths, literacy, and ELL interventions, PE, Arts) Plan and facilitate small group instruction Participate in training to support interventions and strategies for small group learning and intervention Design and implement intervention schedule to support students’ diverse learning needs in the grade level(s) or classroom(s) assigned to Assist in monitoring student progress towards set learning goals and provide feedback, guidance and reinforce taught concepts where necessary Help students compile portfolios in either digital or other formats
Teacher Support
Help set up classroom spaces for learning Dialogue with the teacher regarding student academic progress and behaviour Confer with the teacher when necessary regarding student needs Alert the teacher to any specific student concerns as they arise Assist the teacher in tracking student progress over time
Student Support
Safeguard the health, safety and well-being of students at all times Participate in supervision as required Assist with lunch duties as needed Attend meetings as required Other duties assigned by the classroom teacher, school administrators or the school
Confidentially Requirements
All CIS staff are required to maintain confidentiality regarding students’ progress and needs and personal information. Instructional assistants are not permitted to discuss a child’s academic/social development with parents directly. Any direct communication with parents must be carried out by the teacher.
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REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE:
COMPETENCIES:
Culturally competent and able to work with culturally diverse staff and students in a bilingual and multilingual setting. An effective communicator Motivated, and energetic Results oriented and has a strong sense of accountability for student success
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