Instructional Assistant (Please apply directly with Academy Charter School - DO NOT apply with DCSD online)

Douglas County School District • Cambridge, MA

2d • $17 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant at Academy Charter School supports classroom teachers and students, including students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The role provides academic support in large and small groups, helps with classroom management and clerical work, and assists with student records. It also includes supervising students in the cafeteria and on the playground, supporting morning and afternoon carpool, collaborating with the Special Education team to support students with IEPs, and providing first aid. The assistant may also deliver instruction, provide student progress updates, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to work full-time Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• Ability to work with students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
• General clerical and computer skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Polished professional appearance.
• Strong belief that all students can succeed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a charter school setting.
• Experience in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to grade-level teachers and students.
• Provide large- and small-group support for academic progress.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management.
• Deliver instruction to students.
• Provide student progress updates.
• Assist teachers with clerical tasks and other functions.
• Assist in maintaining student records.
• Supervise students in the cafeteria.
• Supervise students on the playground or field.
• Supervise morning and afternoon carpool.
• Collaborate with the Special Education team to support students with IEPs.
• Provide first aid.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Term-life insurance.
• 80 hours of paid time off.
• PERA contribution (retirement).
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Critical illness and accident voluntary insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Voluntary 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plan options.

What This Job Offers

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