NORTH SMITHFIELD SCHOOL DEPARTMENTJOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE:Instructional Assistant QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma; Associate Degree preferred.
• As of January 8, 2006, meet one of the following three requirements:
• Completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education in an education-related field; OR
• Obtain an associates or higher degree in an education-related field; OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state (ParaPro Assessment) or local academic assessment: knowledge and ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics; or, reading, writing, and mathematics readiness. (ESEA)
• Successful completion of a RIDE-approved Teacher Assistant Training Program required.
• Demonstrate patience, tact, confidentiality and professionalism in dealing with students, parents, teachers, and the public.

• Under the supervision of certified teachers, prepare for classroom activities in the implementation of instructional goals and objectives selected by supervisor.
• Work individually and with small groups of students as appropriate to reinforce and supplement concepts previously introduced by the supervisor.
• Perform duties related to classroom needs as directed and requested for preparation and delivery of instruction.
• Participate in in-service training programs as required.
• Assist with the supervision of students, as scheduled by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.
• Work to maintain open lines of communication with staff, students and parents.
• Maintain ethical behavior in relation to confidentiality concerning students.
• Assist, as requested, in maintaining documentation.
• Perform all other duties related to programming as may be assigned by the supervisor and/or principal/assistant principal.