Student Support Instructional Assistant

Eleutheria•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$17 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Support Instructional Assistant supports students with special needs in K–12 school settings. The role implements behavior intervention plans, provides one-on-one instructional support, and helps students develop skills for classroom success. The assistant works closely with teachers to provide personalized support for students with learning, social, emotional, or behavioral needs. This is a full-time position following the 2026/27 school calendar in Indianapolis, Indiana, with a pay range of $17–$21 per hour. The position includes working with students individually and in small groups, helping maintain a safe and positive classroom environment, and supporting students during classroom activities. It also involves clerical tasks and building cooperative relationships with parents, students, and teachers. Essential functions may be adjusted as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Prior experience in a school or treatment setting working with students needing learning, social, emotional, or behavioral assistance.
Completion of criminal and DCF background checks.
Proficiency with standard software applications and the internet.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Reliability, dependability, and flexibility.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or reasonable accommodations.
Frequent reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to work in moderate to high noise levels.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of general concepts of child growth and development and child behavior characteristics.
Knowledge of the general purposes and goals of public education.
Knowledge of techniques used to motivate students.

Responsibilities

Assist students individually or in small groups with lesson assignments and other instructional activities.
Help maintain an appropriate classroom environment to support a safe and positive learning experience.
Monitor individual students in classrooms, libraries, and during playground activities.
Monitor and assist students during activities such as art, literacy, fine motor tasks, and bathrooming.
Perform clerical duties, including record keeping, typing, duplicating, and using instructional media, office machines, and equipment.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents, students, and teachers.
Implement behavior intervention plans and provide one-on-one instructional support.