High School EL Instructional Assistant

Lake Ridge Schools; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

Lake Ridge Schools is seeking a Title One Instructional Assistant for Calumet New Tech High School in Gary, Indiana. This role involves assisting teachers and providing supplemental support to students. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and must meet state assessment requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining classroom climate, supporting student independence, and attending professional development. This position offers a pay rate of $16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must pass the ParaPro Assessment or equivalent.
• Experience in academic support preferred.
• Ability to follow teacher-developed plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in maintaining classroom climate.
• Encourage student independence in learning.
• Attend professional development to support struggling students.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Data management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

60 hours of college credit

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma.
• Candidates must pass the ParaPro Assessment or have completed the equivalent of 60 hours of college credit.

JOB DETAILS:

Schools: Calumet New Tech High School

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Salary: $16.50 per hour

Grades: High School

Subjects: Academic Support

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Title One Instructional Assistants will provide supplemental assistance to the regular classroom teacher with the following tasks/responsibilities:

• Following teacher-developed plans and maintaining a classroom climate that is conducive to learning.
• Knowing specific needs of students, and encouraging student independence in their learning.
• Following the established schedule, and at the same time, being flexible with necessary changes.
• Maintaining student data.

In addition to the supplemental services listed above, the Title One Instructional Assistants will:

• Attend professional development to learn methods for working with struggling students;
• Learn and oversee the use of software and print materials for students;
• Communicate in a positive manner with students, parents and staff.
• Provide a positive role model for students.
• Maintain confidentiality with student learning, behavior and discipline information.
• Work with others to support all student learners.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Principals, classroom teacher, District Title One Director, or Assistant Superintendent.
• Help the Title 1 teacher/facilitator keep the Title 1 library and school materials in an organized and orderly manner.