Edmentum Instructional Assistant

MSDWT; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Edmentum Classroom Instructional Assistant to enhance student achievement and growth. This full-time position involves delivering targeted interventions, developing lesson plans, and collaborating with teachers to support students in an online credit recovery program. The role requires excellent communication skills, classroom management experience, and a strong desire to help others succeed. Join a dedicated team and contribute positively to the school's culture and goals while making a significant impact on students' educational journeys.

Benefits

Paid Illness and Personal Business days

Seven paid holidays

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement account contributions

Qualifications

• Strong communication and classroom management skills are essential.
• A degree in Education is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support student achievement in an online credit recovery program.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop lesson plans and monitor progress.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management

Multi-tasking

Creativity

Patience

Positive attitude

Technology-related programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Master's degree in Education

Tools

Personal computers

Printers

Copiers

Fax machines

Calculators

Telephones

Job description

JOB TITLE: Edmentum Classroom Instructional Assistant

LOCATION: True North Academy

WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8 Hours/Day

CALENDAR LENGTH: School Year, 185 days

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, hourly employee

HOURLY RATE: $19.28 ($28,534.40 Annually)

BENEFITS: Paid Illness and Personal Business days, Seven paid holidays, Health, Vision, Dental and Life insurance eligible, District contributions to PERF, VEBA and 401A retirement accounts

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To support student achievement, growth, and proficiency working collaboratively with classroom teachers, English Learner teachers, special education teachers, and the building leadership team. The Instructional Assistant will support student achievement in an online credit recovery program aimed to put students on track for high school graduation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Deliver targeted intervention to students in an online credit recovery program.
• Participate in professional development weekly to support student needs.
• Work with students in one-on-one, small group, or large group settings.
• Enter, track, and utilize student data to inform instructional practices, including progress monitoring of skills as needed.
• Develop lesson plans to support skill growth of students.
• Collaborate with guidance counselors, EL and Special Education teachers to best support each student.
• Contribute positively to support school goals and school culture and climate.
• Participate as needed or assigned in professional development regarding curriculum and/or instructional practices.
• Communicate with staff and parents to support student growth and achievement.
• Other duties as assigned by the building Principal.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Classroom management experience or skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Shows passion for wanting to help others.
• Creativity skills.
• Ability to show patience.
• Positive attitude.
• Knowledge and skill in technology related programs.
• Use of standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, calculators, and telephones.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT PERCENTAGE OF TIME

Ability to stand for extended periods of time: Seldom

Ability to lift 25 pounds: Seldom

Ability to carry 25 pounds: Seldom

Ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations: Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading rules and policies and other printed matter: Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation: Very Frequent

Ability to operate job-related equipment: Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions: Seldom

Seldom = Less than 25% /Occasional = 26 to 50% /Often = 51 to 75% /Very Frequent = Greater than 75%