Instructional Assistant - Part-time, Elementary School

$35,360 - $35,360/Yr

Roberto Clemente Charter School - Allentown, PA

Part-time - Entry Level

Allentown, PA

About the position

The Instructional Assistant provides academic support and assistance in the classroom under the direction of a certified teacher. This role involves working closely with students to enhance their learning experience and supporting teachers in delivering a comprehensive educational program.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance to students on a one-on-one or group basis regarding material taught by a certificated teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in arranging the learning environment and maintaining materials on boards and classroom displays.
• Helps students complete classroom assignments, homework, and projects.
• Ensures student understanding of classroom rules and procedures, answering questions and providing emotional support and guidance.
• Follows the direction of the assigned teacher in implementing lesson and positive behavior support plans.
• Administers tests as directed by the teacher.
• Prepares mandated reports and documentation as required.
• Collects observational and academic data for student progress monitoring under the teacher's direction.
• Performs clerical duties in support of classroom activities, such as preparing, typing, copying, and filing instructional materials.
• Assists the teacher with test grading, attendance, and reports.
• Supervises students during non-instructional times, such as emergency drills, assemblies, and recess.
• Assists with lunch duty, snacks, and other clean-up duties as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and Chapter 14.
• Monitors student behavior in the classroom and reports progress regarding student performance and behavior to the teacher.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations following established policies and procedures.
• Becomes familiar with all learning materials available through RCCS.
• Works closely with Principal/Assistant Principal to maintain a safe and orderly school environment.
• Participates in general staff meetings and scheduled teacher staff meetings.
• Follows and promotes RCCS Mission, Vision, and Values.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required OR 48 semester hours or equivalent of courses at a regionally accredited college or university located in PA OR 3 years experience as a paraprofessional in a school entity and currently employed as a paraprofessional.
• Substitute Teaching experience preferred.
• Teaching Certification preferred.
• Must have clear record of background checks, including criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151, 168 and FBI).
• Negative TB Test Result.
• Computer knowledge.
• Experience in Urban Education setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Classroom management experience (1 year preferred).

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan