Teaching Assistant Jobs in Payson, UT (NOW HIRING)

Requirements
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices;
Operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written
procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific
knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and
practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/
behavior.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to
work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also
required to work with others; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving with data
requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required
to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups;
maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include: working under moderate supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising
others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's
function.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying,
pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job
requires 30% sitting, 40% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
Education
High School diploma
Experience
Job related experience is required
Description
Job Summary
The job of Instructional Assistant 1 General was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program under
the direction of the supervising teacher, with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students;
assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate supervising
instructional staff.
This job reports to principal and supervising teacher
Essential Functions
Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework, and make-up work under the direction of the classroom teacher for the
purpose of supporting the teacher and students in the classroom.
Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records (e.g. test scores, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring
availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.
Instructs students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments (e.g. reading stories, listening to students read,
providing writing assistance, reinforcing English skills, providing spelling practice, facilitating activities assisting with computer
programs, etc) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic
goals and grade level standards.
Attends meetings, conferences, and in-service training programs (e.g. par educator conference, medical needs trainings, etc.) for
the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.
Communicates with supervising instructional staff for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress.
Conducts classroom activities and/or assignments under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting
and reinforcing classroom objectives.
Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways,
bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, enrichment classes, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning
environment.
Provides under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g.
academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives and contributing to
students' success in school.
Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students to appropriate instructional staff (e.g. progress, behavior,
academic achievement, social interaction, etc.) for the purpose of improving student achievement, behavior, and socially
appropriate interactions.
Responds to emergency situations (e.g. student injuries, socially inappropriate behavior, etc.) for the purpose of resolving
immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Performs general clerical functions (e.g. copying, filing, laminating, collating, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the instructional
program.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
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