Job description

**APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://tinyurl.com/258f4cjh

At Columbus City Schools, we strive to make sure each student is highly-educated, prepared for leadership and service, and empowered for success as a citizen in a global community - but we can't do it without you!

As an award-winning school district in the award-winning city of Columbus, Ohio, we are proud of the work our more than 10,000 employees (including teachers, coaches, and administrators) do every day to change the lives of our students. With more than 46,000 students located in over 100 different schools around the city of Columbus, we know there's a position that's right for you.

RISE UP and apply to our exciting and impactful position detailed below!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Assists the building administrator and teacher in the supervision of students and general building duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• An Instructional Assistant assists teachers and administrators to facilitate positive academic and behavioral growth for student's well-being of the children.
• Assists teachers and administrators in maintaining and restoring order and discipline in the school building and on grounds.
• Restrains and/or transports disturbed students, when necessary, sing non-offensive verbal and/or physical mediation skills.
• Assists in supervising student behavior throughout the school day.
• Assists teachers in maintain or restoring order in the classroom when needed.
• Monitors quiet/isolation rooms and/or time out areas.
• Assists in the supervision of student behavior in hallways, lunchrooms and on the playground.
• Assists children with special needs in their relationship with the typically developing children.
• Assists children in developing skills of independence in all areas of self-help such as toilet training, preparing, serving, and eating snacks; tidying the classroom materials, dressing, grooming, and preparing materials to go home.
• Assists in the preparation of classroom materials.
• Accompanies individuals or small groups of children to other locations in the building.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an Associate's degree (or higher) from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Have at least 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Pass the Ohio Department of Education approved Parapro examination administered by the Educational Testing Services (ETS) or by the Ohio State University (OSU) and possesses a high school diploma or GED recognized by the Ohio Department of Education.
• *To Take the Parapro examination, contact ETS at escco.org or 614-542-4111. The exam is $55. OR

• *Register with OSU at https://www2.register.registerblast.com/theosu/Exam/List. The exam is $55 plus an administrative fee of $25.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Takes First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, Communicable Disease, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) CPR) courses as required by the Department of Early Childhood Education.
• Complete all required paperwrk for Step Up to Quality
• Responsible for ensuring any bussed students are on and off CCS school busses safely.
• Must possess a strong desire and willingness to assist teachers and administrators in serving a diverse student population.
• Must have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationship with students, parents, co-workers, and supervisors.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Tools/Equipment Use: Desktop PC with keyboard and mouse, laptop, scanner, calculator, software, desk, and adjustable chair.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying (less than 10 pounds)
• Environment: Works in office setting; may require occasional irregular hours and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the education, experience, skills and ability levels typically needed to successfully perform the essential duties contained in this job description. Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age gender identity, or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status, or disability in its educational programs, activities, and employment policies. CCS fully supports the hiring and employment of individuals with physical or mental disabilities who meet the job qualifications so long as the individuals are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

**APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://tinyurl.com/258f4cjh

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $17.44 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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