Eva Turner Elementary School.Instructional Assistant - Title I.1150

Charles County Public Schools • Waldorf, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Eva Turner Elementary School is seeking an Instructional Assistant for a Title I program. This is a 10-month position with terms of employment under the AFSCME UA3, Grade 6-7 salary scale. The role involves supporting teachers in instructional activities, working with students individually or in small groups for reinforcement, and assisting with lesson preparation and classroom environment management.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Passing ParaPro Assessment or 48 College Credits required.
• Experience working with children required.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role with elementary school aged children.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of developmental stages of children.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan developmentally appropriate activities as directed by the literacy teacher.
• Must be at least 18 years old to work in elementary schools.
• Must be at least 18 years old and out of high school for at least 2 years to work in middle and high schools.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in planning instructional activities and maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Works with individuals or small groups to provide instructional reinforcement after the teacher delivers the instruction.
• Assists the teacher in preparing for a lesson.
• Regular on-time attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the principal.
• Required to provide substitute coverage as needed.

What This Job Offers

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