Fairfax
County
Public
EXPECTATIONS
Schools
Appendix C
SAMPLE
Fairfax County Public Schools
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (IA) PERFORMANCE
Employee’s Name
Employee ID No.
School/Department
Position Title
Evaluation Year
Instructional Assistant-LD
JOB-SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Demonstrates an understanding of the instructional program as relevant to the assignment.
The IA…
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assists the teacher in conducting instructional activities.
works with assigned students or group of students and supports the instructional program.
monitors student behaviors and assists in establishing expectations for behavior in accordance with the
schoolwide discipline plan and classroom rules.
under supervision, applies basic instructional techniques and theories applicable to curriculum area and
specific students.
Exhibits the skills required to successfully executes specific tasks.
The IA…
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possesses physical and mental attributes required to carry out essential functions such as: understanding and
carrying out oral and written instructions directed by teacher/supervisor, monitoring students and controlling
behavior of students in classroom and non-classroom situations.
Possesses the ability to adapt to different tasks as needed.
The IA…
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possesses the physical and mental attributes to monitor students and control behavior of students in
classroom and non-classroom situations.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of child development.
The IA…
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helps promote students’ independence, social skills, and self-help skills.
Supports classroom management and behavior of students.
The IA…
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assists the teacher with discipline problems in the classroom.
monitors students on playgrounds, coming on and off buses, to and from classroom and lunchroom.
QUALITY AND PRODUCTIVITY
Works with minimum supervision.
The IA…
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prepares and complete projects or tasks with minimal instruction and/or supervision.
instructs students to appropriate activities.
Effectively performs job-related tasks.
The IA…
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prepares, compiles, and copies instructional materials.
performs setup and cleanup from instructional projects such as: refilling glue bottles, preparing paint for
specific activities, etc.
sets up and operates instructional equipment.
assists with the creation of name tags for students, bulletin boards for the classroom, and artwork for the
classroom.
Demonstrates time-management skills.
The IA…
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completes tasks such as taking daily attendance, distributing/collecting forms, checking students backpacks
for notes from parents, checking for returned library books.
keeps classroom records and files in a complete up-to-date manner.
Uses a variety of problem-solving techniques.
The IA…
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uses techniques to solve problems in a conscientious manner.
Uses available resources appropriately.
The IA…
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operates and maintains office and instructional equipment as required.
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Communicates specific performance expectations to students.
The IA…
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follows through with directives from teacher.
monitors students’ behavior and encourages them to stay on task with their assigned work.
Advises the teacher/supervisor of student performance.
The IA…
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reports any evaluation or observation to the teacher after an instructional activity.
Follows through with instructional directives.
The IA…
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understands and carries out oral and written instructions.
Works with the teacher to differentiate instruction to meet students’ diverse needs.
The IA…
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applies basic instructional techniques and theories applicable to curriculum area and specific students.
Supports the teacher in assessing student performance.
The IA…
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records student evaluations/observations.
HUMAN RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Promotes and maintains positive relationships with diverse groups in the school and community.
The IA…
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understands and exhibits good judgment in interpersonal and human relations with colleagues, students, and
community.
Demonstrates effective communication skills.
The IA…
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uses communication skills to promote good human relations with students, staff, and parents.
Demonstrates teamwork.
The IA…
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participates in formal and informal staff meetings as requested or assigned.
PROFESSIONALISM
Contributes positively toward the accomplishment of the program goals.
The IA…
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promotes positive self-concept in students.
Demonstrates knowledge of FCPS policies and school procedures.
The IA…
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demonstrates knowledge of county and school rules and regulations relating to discipline, discrimination and
curriculum guidelines.
complies with FCPS regulations regarding employee conduct and behavior.
Maintains confidentiality and integrity.
The IA…
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handles sensitive and confidential documents, communications, incidents, etc. with discretion and in a
conscientious manner.
I understand that my work hours are limited to 37.5 hours a week.
Job specification is attached.
Signature of Supervisor or Evaluator:
Date:
Signature of Employee:
Date:
Distribution:
Original – Local Site File
Copy – Instructional Assistant