Instructional Aide, Grade 2 (8 hr/10 mon), Fletcher Maynard Academy
About The Position
To assist the classroom teacher in implementing a curriculum based on children's individual developmental needs in the context of a classroom community of learners. Specifically, the instructional aide will work as an assistant teacher under the direction of the classroom teacher and principal. The aide will assist the classroom teacher with planning, developing and providing a creative learning environment focused on high academic achievement, excellence in teaching, respect for differences and collaborative relationships. They will assist the teacher in providing daily activities that integrate learning across the curriculum. They will work with pupils individually and in small group activities. In addition, the instructional aide will assist in the documentation of pupil progress, making/preparing instructional materials and perform other duties as designated by the classroom teacher and principal. The aide will also assist teacher with recess supervision.
Requirements
- Associates degree or 48 college credits
- Previous successful classroom experience with students in an urban, multicultural setting, preferably at the elementary level
- Demonstrated ability to respect diversity and help children develop a positive self-image as successful learners
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous coursework in the education of elementary grade children preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist the classroom teacher in implementing a curriculum based on children's individual developmental needs
- Work as an assistant teacher under the direction of the classroom teacher and principal
- Assist the classroom teacher with planning, developing and providing a creative learning environment focused on high academic achievement, excellence in teaching, respect for differences and collaborative relationships
- Assist the teacher in providing daily activities that integrate learning across the curriculum
- Work with pupils individually and in small group activities
- Assist in the documentation of pupil progress
- Make/prepare instructional materials
- Perform other duties as designated by the classroom teacher and principal
- Assist teacher with recess supervision
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
