Early Learning Center Instructional Assistant

Good Shepherd Church•Azalea Park, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Learning Center Instructional Assistant performs instructional and clerical tasks in a classroom to support teaching staff and student education. Under a classroom teacher’s guidance, the assistant helps maintain a positive learning environment and works with teachers, administrators, and other staff in developing and implementing school programs and goals. Employees are expected to support the Diocese of Orlando’s values of authenticity, respect, courage, and commitment, and to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the mission and purpose of the Catholic Church.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings, and conduct consistent with the Church’s mission and purpose.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate, listen to, and understand spoken information and ideas.
Ability to read and understand written information and ideas.
Strong command of written and spoken English.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods; reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar; use basic office computer hardware and peripherals; and communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, including some lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects and materials weighing up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Related experience in a similar position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform classroom instructional tasks under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Guide independent study, enrichment work, and corrective or remedial instruction directed by the teacher.
Assist individual students who need special attention or assistance.
Help prepare instructional materials for classroom and student use.
Perform routine classroom clerical duties, in hard copy and electronically.
Help students or teachers use assistive technology and adaptive devices as needed.
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums, and on field trips.
Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce concepts presented by teachers.
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
Present subject matter under teachers’ direction and guidance, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
Assist with bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
Organize and supervise games and recreational activities to promote students’ physical, mental, and social development.
Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, including non-English-speaking students and students with physical or mental disabilities.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Perform other duties assigned by the principal.