THE WOODLANDS YOUNG LEARNER'S ACADEMY

POSITION:  PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

 

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CLASSROOM:

§         Age Group Classrooms

§         Full Time:  M-F

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

Under general supervision, to perform paraprofessional instructional activities; to provide learning experiences to individual students and small groups; to perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and to do other related work as required

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

§         Assists instructional and support personnel with the presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises

§         Tutors individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities

§         Monitors and assists students in a variety of instructional activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel

§         Supervises students in a variety of educational settings

§         Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior and an appreciation of human diversity  

§         Assists in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students

§         Maintains a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and information

§         May perform routine clerical tasks such as typing, computer operation, filing, and photocopying

§         Operates and assists students in the operation of a variety of instructional technology

§         May administer and score a variety of tests, and record test results

§         Requisitions, stores, and maintains an appropriate inventory of textbooks, instructional materials, supplies, and equipment

§         May work in a classroom or lab setting

§         Uses good judgment regarding appropriate action to assist injured or physically ill students

§         Assists in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment

§         Participate in specified team meetings, Open House meetings, fundraisers and other designated TWYLA events  (Specified by Director or Lead Instructor)

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

§         Basic concepts of child growth and development, and developmental behavior characteristics

§         Student behavior management strategies and techniques

§         Basic instructional subjects including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, and reading; any subject area required for specific position; routine record keeping techniques

ABILITY TO:

§         Plan with TWYLA Director, organize and implement approved curriculum for the development of

§         Children enrolled in the TWYLA Preschool program

§         Communicate effectively with children and adults both orally and in writing

§         Observe and evaluate student learning

§         Demonstrate patience, respect and understanding of others

§         Work independently with little direction

§         Be flexible and able to work as a team member

§         Plan and organize work

§         Maintain records and prepare reports

§         Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

§         Operate a variety of audio-visual, office and instructional equipment

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

§         Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and or accredited university

§         Experience working with children in an organized setting

§         Course work in Elementary or Early Childhood Education preferred

§         Child Development Associate (CDA) certification a plus

§         Route planning, bus driving, and a violation-free driving record a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

§         Classroom and playground environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

§         Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations

§         Seeing to read a variety of materials and observe children

§         Standing or walking for extended periods of time

§         Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist children

§         Lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, objects or children

§         Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and/or horizontally to reach supplies

 

The Woodlands Young Learner's Academy is an equal opportunity employer.