Instructional Assistant (IA)

Position Description for Instructional Assistant

EHA is searching for an Instructional Assistant for the upcoming 2026-27 school year to faithfully support the Lead Teacher in one or more of our lower school classrooms. The Lead Teacher and the Instructional Assistant will collaborate to create an atmosphere in which our children are safe, loved, and challenged to grow in both the love of learning and the formation of wholesome habits. The Instructional Assistant may also help with supervision of before-school activities.

Position Reporting Responsibility

This position reports directly to the Dean of Academics.

Position Requirements/Qualifications

• Agree with the EHA Statement of Religious Beliefs
• Know and embody EHA's Mission, Vision, Core Values, Philosophy of Education, and Student Formation Beliefs
• Prioritize relationships through effective communication and teamwork within our diverse community
• Demonstrate a passion for both teaching and serving in a diverse environment

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Assistant Responsibilities

• Reinforce classroom atmosphere expectation
• Aid in Morning Discipleship
• Help prepare for student learning activities
• Engage in individual, small group, and whole class instruction at the teacher's direction
• Provide oversight before and during breakfast and assistance at lunch and snack times
• Assist with administrative and record-keeping tasks
• Serve as a substitute teacher as needed
• Assist the Academic Dean as requested

Community Member Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory staff meetings, professional development, and teacher work days
• Attend mandatory events outside of school hours
• Attend extra-curricular activities such as athletic events when available

EHA Stewardship Responsibilities

• Physical classroom space
• Classroom and playground equipment
• Curricular materials

Benefits

The Instructional Assistant is a full-time non-exempt 10-month position with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid student holidays, life insurance, long-term disability, and free tuition for children of employees.