Instructional Assistant

The College Preparatory & Leadership Academy • Jamestown, NC

26d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide instructional and technical assistance to meet the specialized needs of students.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College credits
• Knowledge and ability to assist in instruction in core subjects
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.
• Satisfactory score on grade-level content, instructional best practices, and school culture and routines
• Knowledge of school procedures and policies.
• Ability to adapt to different situations and schedules.
• Knowledge of the techniques and procedures used in working with targeted student population.
• Ability to relate and communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and/or implement instructional activities.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a variety of technology and equipment.
• Ability to perform clerical responsibilities.
• Ability to cooperate and work as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher(s) in preparing materials, teaching aids, bulletin boards and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing, and/or grouping materials supporting instructional activities planned by the teacher.
• Schedule space for specialized instructional programs and coordinate the arrangement of equipment, desks, tables, chairs and activity areas.
• Examine short--- and long---term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipate the need for specific supplies and materials.
• Assist the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio---economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Confer with teacher on progress of students.
• Serve as substitute teacher when necessary.
• Use time efficiently.
• Provide student supervision before, during, and after school while they are loading, riding, and unloading buses, on the playground, in the cafeteria, in a learning or practice situation, following appropriate training, as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining the security of records, materials, and equipment.
• Assist the teacher in the enforcement of classroom rules and the maintenance of appropriate records.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment for students.
• Check objective tests and mark errors but not assign a grade.
• Escort or transport students to and from classrooms, clinic, cafeteria as required.
• Provide instructional assistance as coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
• Lead small group activity, following appropriate training, planned by the teacher in an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Use classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom environment.
• Assist students with personal hygiene, health and safety issues, or grooming if required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED