Early Elementary Instructional Assistant – Literacy & Math

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support Early Elementary literacy and math instruction. In this role you will help ensure student safety, assist teachers during lessons, and engage with families to support learning in a diverse urban school community.

You will build positive relationships with students on your caseload, prioritize tasks with school leaders, and participate in professional development to strengthen instruction and classroom routines.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or 60 college credits required.
• Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam is required.
• The role focuses on Early Elementary literacy and math support.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for working with students, especially in one on one and small group situations
• Focus on literacy, math, and library services
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders
• Ensure safety of students on caseload
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Education

Associate's Degree

60 completed college credits

Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

The Lansing School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support Early Elementary literacy and math instruction. In this role you will help ensure student safety, assist teachers during lessons, and engage with families to support learning in a diverse urban school community.

You will build positive relationships with students on your caseload, prioritize tasks with school leaders, and participate in professional development to strengthen instruction and classroom routines.