In-Home Instructional Aide for Virtual Class Support

Garnet Educational Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Garnet Educational Services is seeking an in-home Instructional Assistant/Para Professional to support a student attending online classes at their home in Rochester Mills.

The role involves assisting during virtual classes (6 hours per day), promoting focus, helping with organization, and coordinating with the behavioral support team. Candidates should have at least an associate degree or 2 years of post-secondary education and be able to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-secondary education or an associate's degree or higher.
• Preferred experience in a school district, with school-aged students or individuals with special needs.
• Must pass all background checks/clearances for criminal history and child abuse and other school requirements.

Responsibilities

• Sit with and assist student during virtual classes (at home), during school day (6 hours per day).
• Redirect and encourage focus/keep student attentive during live classes.
• Facilitate class attendance and participation while in class.
• Assist with organizational skills and planning for the school week.
• Work with behavioral support team to implement behavioral strategies.
• Keep daily log detailing student progress.

Skills

Patience with students

Attention to detail

Student support

Behavioral support collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or higher

2+ years of post-secondary education

Job description

Garnet Educational Services is seeking an in-home Instructional Assistant/Para Professional to support a student attending online classes at their home in Rochester Mills.

The role involves assisting during virtual classes (6 hours per day), promoting focus, helping with organization, and coordinating with the behavioral support team. Candidates should have at least an associate degree or 2 years of post-secondary education and be able to pass background checks.