Instructional Assistant - Pre-School - Gwynn Educational Center

Charles County Public Schools • La Plata, MD

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant supports preschool-aged children at Gwynn Educational Center. The role assists the teacher with planning and preparing instructional activities, maintaining a safe and orderly environment, and reinforcing instruction with individuals or small groups after the teacher delivers lessons. The position may involve changing diapers as needed and providing substitute coverage. Regular, punctual attendance is required, along with performing related duties assigned by the principal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with children.
• Ability to work in an instructional support role with preschool-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 teacher delivers it.
• Assist the teacher in preparing lessons.
• Maintain regular, on-time attendance.
• Perform related duties assigned by the principal.
• Change diapers as needed.
• Provide substitute coverage as needed.

What This Job Offers

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