Instructional Assistant - Admin at C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School

Charles County Public Schools • Waldorf, MD

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant supports teachers in planning instructional activities, preparing lessons, reinforcing instruction, and maintaining a safe and orderly learning environment. The role works with individual students or small groups after the teacher has delivered instruction and may provide substitute coverage as needed. The position is a 10-month, non-exempt role at C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School, with a start date of January 4, 2027. Salary is listed under AFSCME UA3, Grade 3–7.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 48 college credits or passing ParaPro assessment scores.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role with elementary-, middle-, or high-school-aged children.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management 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.
• Must be at least 18 years old to work in elementary schools.
• To work in middle or high schools, must be at least 18 years old and out of high school for at least two years.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning instructional activities and maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Work with individuals or small groups to provide instructional reinforcement after the teacher delivers instruction.
• Assist the teacher in preparing for 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