About the role
Position Type:
Paraprofessional - Campus/Instructional Assistant
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
- To assist in the achievement and maintenance of standards of excellence in the physical education program on assigned campus so that each student may derive the greatest physical and personal benefit from the learning experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- High School Diploma/GED
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Exhibit effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures of the MISD.
- Demonstrate highly effective organizational skills.
- Possess knowledge of technology and its value in enhancing academic achievement.
- Possess knowledge and understanding of organizational development and conflict resolution.
EXPERIENCE:
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Provide one on one guidance and redirection for students.
- Monitor students as P.E. teacher gives instruction to clarify and redirect.
- Assist in supervision of all activities.
- Remain present for entire class period unless teacher requests alternate task.
- Assist with setting up equipment and putting away equipment for class.
- Assist with teaching.
- Assist teacher in maintaining Conduct Book.
- Assist teacher in receiving and filing student notes for physical restrictions.
- Assist teacher with bulletin boards, making copies, correspondence, and other forms of paperwork.
- Assist with reports such as Fitnessgram.
- Assist in the implementation of policies of the MISD.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
- Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding supervision of students in physical education classes.
- Expecting and reflecting the highest of expectations.
- Maintaining and displaying a positive attitude.
- Maintaining emotional control under stress and the ability to maintain focus on immediate and/or long-range objectives.
Physical demands/environmental factors:
- Lifting and carrying various weights of equipment.
- Performing/demonstrating various forms of physical movement and skills.
- Ability to sustain a moderate level of physical activity throughout each school day.
- Supervising outdoors in various weather conditions.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
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