Mariachi Assistant - Full-time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Nogales Unified School District #1

MARIACHI ASSISTANT

Purpose Statement

The job of MARIACHI ASSISTANT was established for the purpose/s of assisting assigned teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of students, and performing classroom clerical tasks in support of the instructional process.

This job reports to PRINCIPAL

Essential Functions

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. under the direct supervision of the certified teacher for the purpose of supporting teachers in the instructional process.  

• Assists other personnel (Teachers, Counselors, Substitute Teachers, Nurses) as may be required (e.g. files student paperwork, review information with parents during teacher/parent conferences, parent translation, book inventory, student database program) for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

• Assists students with lesson assignments under the direction of the certified teacher for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.

• Guides students in independent study under the direction supervision of certified teacher (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success.

• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.

• Monitors individual students, classroom, within NCLB guidelines for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.

• Provides support services for students under the direction of the certified teacher for the purpose of providing instructional support.

   

  Other Functions

• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher and/or administrator in providing records/materials.

   

  Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

   

  SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: verbal and written communication skills.

   

  KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: age appropriate activities, bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful, English proficiency, Associate Degree preferred.

   

  ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: working as part of a team.

   

   

   

  Responsibility

  Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget.

   

  Working Environment

  The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment.

   

  Experience                                     Job related experience is desired.

  Education                                       Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in job related area.

  Equivalency                                   None Specified

  Required Testing                           Meet requirements for ParaProfessional; Associate's degree/60 credit hours/Parapro test.

  Certificates & Licenses                 None Required

  Continuing Educ. / Training          None specified

  Clearances                                      Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance, Clean Motor

  Vehicle Record

   

  FLSA Status                                                                  Revised Date                                  Salary Grade

  Non Exempt                                                                  7/11/2014                                        Classified - Level 1 or Level 3 with a degree