Instructional Assistant - Literacy at Piccowaxen Middle School

Charles County Public Schools • Newburg, MD

22h

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant - Literacy provides instructional support to the literacy teacher and works with middle- and high-school-aged children. The role helps plan instructional activities, prepare lessons, reinforce instruction with individuals or small groups, and maintain a safe and orderly environment. The assistant is also required to provide substitute coverage as needed. This is a 10-month position.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role with middle- or high-school-aged children.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of children's developmental stages.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan developmentally appropriate activities as directed by the literacy teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning instructional activities and maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Work with individuals or small groups to reinforce instruction after the literacy teacher delivers it.
• Assist the teacher in preparing lessons.
• Maintain regular, on-time attendance.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the principal.
• Provide substitute coverage as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED