Instructional Assistant - General Education, Kindergarten-1st Grade

About the role

The Instructional Assistant (IA) supports classroom teachers in various activities and creates a safe, supportive environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Aids teachers in planning and organizing lessons
• Evaluates instructional activities and prepares necessary materials
• Assists with vision and hearing screenings
• Maintains a positive disposition and exercises good judgment
• Participates in staff development programs

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Apps
• Ability to recognize and support diverse student backgrounds
• Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a team environment and motivate students
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED
• If Title I school: Six documented semester hours of childhood education coursework or two years of work experience in a childhood setting
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification (dependent on school need)

Skills

• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Google Apps
• Effective instructional delivery methods
• Understanding of core subjects at the grade level of employment
• Ability to recognize and support diverse student backgrounds and learning styles
• Communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to implement academic and behavioral interventions

Benefits

N/A

Pay

N/A

Schedule

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends)