Elementary Instructional Aide: Small-Group Learning Support

Eagle Heights Elementary School; Smithville (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Heights Elementary School in Smithville, Missouri, is seeking an Elementary Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students in daily instructional activities. The role focuses on working one-on-one or with small groups, assisting with reading, writing, and math tasks, and helping maintain a positive, safe classroom environment.

The assistant will report to the Director of Special Programs and Building Principal, collaborate with OT/PT and other therapies, and fulfill various

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Pre-employment physical and essential functions testing required.
• Criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Adapts classroom activities and materials under teacher guidance.
• Assists students individually or in small groups with lessons and reading.
• Attends meetings and trainings to stay informed on student needs and IEPs.
• Communicates with teachers and staff to support student progress and maintain confidentiality.
• Implements lesson plans under supervision to reinforce concepts.
• Monitors students for safety and manages classroom/school environment.
• Performs other related duties to support one-on-one assignments and classroom operations.
• Reports observations related to students to appropriate staff and addressing incidents.

Skills

Office equipment

Record keeping

First aid

Safety procedures

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Eagle Heights Elementary School in Smithville, Missouri, is seeking an Elementary Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students in daily instructional activities. The role focuses on working one-on-one or with small groups, assisting with reading, writing, and math tasks, and helping maintain a positive, safe classroom environment.

The assistant will report to the Director of Special Programs and Building Principal, collaborate with OT/PT and other therapies, and fulfill various