Lower School Instructional Assistant, 1 grade

IC Imagine•Asheville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dedicated, self-motivated, part-time Instructional Assistant needed at IC Imagine Charter School in Asheville. Modified, year-round school schedule, working about 30 hours per week, does not include benefits. Salary based on IC Imagine’s Salary Schedule .

Requirements

Self-motivated
Skilled in problem solving and decision making as well as observation, listening, and coaching
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
Maintain effective working relationships
Possess strong time management skills
Ability to prioritize workload and multitask in a busy environment
Proficiency with GSuite
Minimum High School Diploma
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times
Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, squatting, reaching and bending
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Nice To Haves

1 year of classroom experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Must maintain positive communication with students and teachers
Work cohesively in a team setting
Collaborate with general education teachers and other support staff
Utilize a positive reinforcement behavioral system
Support grade level teams by carrying out clerical tasks.
Assist teachers in organization of materials and classrooms.
Carry out small groups as needed for grade level teams/ classroom teachers.
Communicate with teachers about grade level and classroom needs.
Support in classrooms during instruction, as needed, to help students stay engaged and on task.
Independently executing said activities.
Follow the processes laid out in the employee handbook, respond to emails in a timely manner, and ensure timely feedback is given
Assist in arrival and/or dismissal, as needed.
Provide coverage for K-5 classrooms, as needed.
Provide lunch coverage for 2 classrooms daily.
Provide recess supervision, as needed.
Other duties may be assigned.