Co-Teaching Instructional Assistant

Pinnacles Prep Charter School•Wenatchee, WA

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant Co-Teacher supports classroom teachers in providing high-quality instruction and individualized support to middle and/or high school scholars. This role works directly with students in small groups and one-on-one settings to reinforce academic skills, support mastery of learning targets, and help create a positive, engaging classroom environment. Instructional Assistants play an important role in ensuring that all students—particularly those who benefit from additional support—can access rigorous instruction and achieve academic growth.

Requirements

AA or Undergraduate degree preferred
Ability to make good decisions.
Patient, flexible, self-motivated, good communication, teamwork, academic skills and positive social skills and a sense of humor.
Ability to relate well to students, parents and staff.
May require lifting, prolonged sitting or standing.
Attendance and punctuality are important functions of this position.

Responsibilities

Co-plan with teacher and help facilitate full group instruction.
Provide small-group and one-on-one academic support in core subject areas such as math, literacy, science, and social studies.
Reinforce teacher-designed lessons, learning targets, and assignments.
Support scholars in completing classwork, projects, and performance tasks.
Assist students in developing organization, study habits, and time management skills.
Monitor student progress and provide feedback to the classroom teacher.
Assist teachers with classroom routines, transitions, and supervision.
Help prepare instructional materials and classroom resources.
Support differentiated instruction and inclusive learning environments.
Help maintain a positive, respectful, and productive classroom culture.
Work closely with classroom teachers to support instructional goals.
Communicate observations about student progress and needs.
Participate in team meetings or professional learning when appropriate.
Collaborate with special education staff and intervention teams when assigned.
Build positive relationships with scholars and encourage engagement in learning.
Support students in developing confidence, persistence, and independence.
Assist in supervising students during transitions, advisory, lunch, and other school activities.
Support restorative and positive behavior approaches when needed.
Support field trips, exhibitions, performances, and school events.
Assist with student supervision before school, lunch, during passing periods, and after school as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by school leadership.