Job Title: INSTRUCTIONAL ASST (I) - STUDENT SERVICES .8125 FTE - INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I, STUDENT SERVICES, .8125 FTE, 2025-2026 Category: Student Support Services INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT - STUDENT SERVICES, .8125 FTE, BANKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: School Administrator/Student Services Director GENERAL DUTIES Perform a variety of paraprofessional duties to assist a licensed teacher in the instruction of students with disabilities. Instruction and/or service may be separate from the teacher, requiring skill and supervision within the framework of an IEP or program procedure. Provide clerical functions as needed. May require assistance to, and supervision of, students on the playground. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent. Two years of postsecondary education, or an associate's (or higher) degree, or a high school education or equivalent and a passing score on a state or local academic assessment that measures knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics, may be required Able to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds Be at least 18 years of age or older The ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively with students and teachers The ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions The ability to perform basic secretarial/clerical skills Appropriate attire for the physical requirements of the job May be required to become certified in Oregon Intervention System (OIS) or similar district-assigned program Have standards of moral character as required of teachers Ability to work harmoniously with others ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Instruct individuals or small groups of students as directed by a licensed teacher or in accordance with an adopted program Check student work, correct papers, and supervise testing Provide for identified physical needs of students, such as toileting, feeding, therapy, transporting, assisting in lifting or moving students who lack mobility, and other related needs Assist in implementing classroom management, which may include the physical management, physical movement, lifting, and carrying of students Assist teacher in devising special strategies to meet student needs, IEPs, and program expectations Prepare materials as designed by a licensed teacher Supervise student helpers and direct them in the performance of assigned duties Perform various clerical duties in student record-keeping and other related functions Assist in direct instruction as directed by licensed staff. Implement related service activities under the direction of related service staff Attend and participate in District training sessions Required to maintain current First Aid/CPR certificate Maintain positive and professional behavior, including student/program confidentiality Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment Banks School District believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's goals.