Long Term Substitute

Instructional Assistant - Long Term Substitute Multiple positions and assignments at Prospect High School are available throughout the year. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: This work involves close interaction with staff, students and parents/guardians, with the primary emphasis on the implementation of specialized or vocational education programs. An InstructionalAssistant works under the direction of a licensed teacher. Must be able to react appropriately in crisis situations as well as exhibit initiative and creativity. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have or obtain State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional designation in accordance with Illinois State Board of Education requirements. Must have physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 50 lbs, as well as students needing assistance. POSITION EXPECTATIONS: 1. Assisting students under the direction of licensed staff by, but not limited to: tutoring implementing classroom procedures and reinforcing student's positive behavior monitoring and administering assessments as needed reinforcing organizational and note taking skills grading materials for immediate feedback demonstrating use of technology for instruction, drill and remediation as well as homework assignments helping the student achieve IEP goals assisting, as needed, with students' non-medical physical needs or personal care/toileting needs developing basic knowledge of software usage to support staff and students possessing the ability and willingness to learn and implement all appropriate school technology supporting and supervising students during non-academic setting 2. Assisting licensed staff by, but not limited to: helping organize and supervise off-campus programs for students performing classroom related clerical tasks assisting with lab set-up an clean-up explaining classroom procedures and materials to substitute teachers when necessary previewing instructional materials acting as a liaison to communicate and record data regarding student progress viewing student info system including attendance/IEP/504 and appropriate health information 3. Works collaboratively in assessment, academic and instructional support, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of students in the school setting. Click on the Red "APPLY" buttone above to begin an online application. "We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status."