Learning Lab Aide

Niles Community Schools • Niles, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ballard Elementary School Instructional Assistant – Learning Lab Aide for the 2026 – 2027 School Year. This position has a starting pay rate of $16.65 per hour for 28.75 hours per week. Niles Community Schools is seeking a dynamic Learning Lab Aide. The role requires highly effective communication skills and professionalism for daily interaction with a diverse workforce, student population, building administration, and the community.

Requirements

• Completed two years of college (60 hours) OR Obtained an Associate's Degree or higher OR Meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through passage of an approved formal state academic assessment in the following areas: Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or Knowledge of, and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Current State Board of Education Approved Assessments: College Board’s SAT – Score at least a 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math OR ETS Parapro Assessment - A passing score of 460 is required.
• Classroom management skills.
• Experience working positively with elementary students.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Michigan’s Educational Technology Standards

Responsibilities

• Supervise learning lab for students working on coursework to improve literacy and math.
• Provide individual, small group, and large group student instruction within the context of the classroom.
• Assist teachers and Behavior Specialist in behavior management, maintaining discipline and other non-instructional functions, as needed.
• Assist with the organization and preparation of classroom materials and behavior plans.
• Administer and maintain behavior plans and other student records as outlined.
• Manage and instruct students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior support strategies consistent with Board policy and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree