Otay - Instructional Assistant - #571

Job Summary Under immediate supervision, performs required duties related to instruction while assisting in the classroom and other learning environments. May also perform a variety of clerical or other supportive duties, may provide services to students in a language other than English, and performs related work as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience as Instructional Assistant or Student Attendant.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and adults, perform a variety of complex tasks, understand and carry out English oral and written instructions, and prepare reports as required.
• Knowledge of correct language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. California state law requires that all personnel working in an instructional setting must demonstrate high school proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. Applicants must pass a proficiency examination before they can be considered for a position as an Instructional Assistant.
• Education requirement of graduation from high school or equivalent, preferably supplemented by two years’ college course work in childcare specialization or equivalent.

Licenses And Certificates A valid California Driver’s License required at the time of appointment.

CPR certification is desirable.