Instructional Assistant

Wichita Collegiate School•Wichita, KS

1d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS), a thriving Independent School located in Wichita, KS, is hiring early childhood classroom instructional assistants to support our lead teachers. The primary responsibilities of an instructional assistant include, but are not limited to, the following: A willingness to deliver curriculum under the guidance of a faculty member. A willingness to communicate with and receive feedback from colleagues, students, and parents/guardians. A willingness to differentiate behavior support and feedback to students of all abilities. A willingness to provide diligent supervision to keep children safe in the classrooms, on the playgrounds, at lunch, and everywhere they go. A willingness to clean and maintain classrooms and playground toys. An excitement for creating a supportive, fun, and enriching classroom culture that reflects Wichita Collegiate School’s core values and teaching philosophy. A willingness to support Kids Club up to 5 hours a week. Optional: opportunity to work Kids Club during summer and break periods. Successful instructional assistants have 3+ years working with children or in a school setting. They have coursework in education or transferrable knowldege in a related field. Ideal candidates demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. A curiosity for professional growth and development. A willingness for experiential, hands-on learning. A commitment to meet the Essential Expectations. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. A commitment to equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices. Work Environment: Early Childhood instructional assistants move throughout the campus and must be able to navigate campus grounds while maintaining order among students. Instructional assistants will occasionally be asked to lift up to 15 pounds. Instructional assistants are expected to work at the students' level as needed; this may include sitting on the floor, bending, or squatting. All Collegiate instructional assistants are expected to be on campus from mid-August through May 31. During the school year, the school’s standard hours of operation are from 7:45 am to 4:00 pm. However, your hours may vary based on the needs of your position. Faculty members are expected to participate in school activities to foster our sense of community; this may include time outside school hours. About Collegiate: Wichita Collegiate School is a coeducational, college-preparatory, independent day school for students in early childhood, from 2-year-olds through grade 12. Located in East Wichita on a 42-acre campus, Wichita Collegiate is home to 968 students across four divisions: Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School. Founded in 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has shaped our students into inquisitive thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to make a positive impact on the world. In keeping with our current and historic mission, Collegiate provides our students with a challenging and supportive academic environment, along with robust opportunities in the arts and athletics. Wichita Collegiate School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is a member of Independent School Management (ISM). Every one of us is different, together we are Spartans. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

3+ years working with children or in a school setting
coursework in education or transferrable knowldege in a related field
A curiosity for professional growth and development
A willingness for experiential, hands-on learning
A commitment to meet the Essential Expectations
A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
A commitment to equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices
move throughout the campus and must be able to navigate campus grounds while maintaining order among students
be on campus from mid-August through May 31

Nice To Haves

opportunity to work Kids Club during summer and break periods

Responsibilities

deliver curriculum under the guidance of a faculty member
communicate with and receive feedback from colleagues, students, and parents/guardians
differentiate behavior support and feedback to students of all abilities
provide diligent supervision to keep children safe in the classrooms, on the playgrounds, at lunch, and everywhere they go
clean and maintain classrooms and playground toys
creating a supportive, fun, and enriching classroom culture that reflects Wichita Collegiate School’s core values and teaching philosophy
support Kids Club up to 5 hours a week