Instructional Aide

Young World Physical Education; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,141 - 26,863; Full time

Job summary

Responsive Education Solutions Northeast Ohio Classical Academy in Akron, OH is hiring an Instructional Aide to assist teachers in monitoring the learning center and fostering student progress. The role starts immediately and is a full-time hourly position.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (or be an 18+ student with an Ohio Permit); 6+ months in a school setting is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED; or be a student 18+ with an Ohio Permit.
• 6+ months of experience in public or private schools preferred.
• Ability to work with students and parents as approved by the superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with monitoring the learning center and student progress.
• Implement instructional program and lesson plans under supervision.
• Assist with understanding assessments and daily goals.
• Motivate students and participate in meetings and training.
• Support English language activities and classroom tasks.

Skills

Passion for children

Patience with students

Strong communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ohio Department of Education Permit (if student 18+)

Job description

Instructional Aide

Responsive Education Solutions Northeast Ohio Classical Academy, OH - Akron, Ohio (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

• Job ID: 5827143
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-Time Hourly
• Salary: $18.25 to $19.50

Position Summary

Assist teachers with monitoring of the learning center and facilitating students’ learning progress.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Must be a high school graduate or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate; have experience working with students or parents as approved by the employing superintendent (e.g., church related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day‑care centers, or similar); or be a high school student 18 years of age or older and possess a valid Ohio Department of Education Permit as defined in ORC 3319.088.
• Experience: 6+ months of experience working for Public or Private School (preferred).
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Passion for children.
  • Ability and patience to work interactively with children.
  • Basic knowledge of federal and state education laws.
  • Computer literate.
  • Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization.
  • Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist Teacher or Coordinator in all areas of work.
• Implement instructional program and lesson plans under the supervisor of Coordinator or Teacher.
• Assist with understanding assessments.
• Assist teachers in checking daily goals to ensure work is being completed.
• Motivate students for maximum learning.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build students’ self-esteem, and promote further success.
• Praise students, compliment them and encourage them in order to build character.
• Be able to facilitate activities that promote speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.
• Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Physical / Environmental Factors

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ResponsiveEd is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, ResponsiveEd prohibits retaliation against any employee who makes a claim alleging to have experienced discrimination, or any employee who, in good faith, makes a report, serves as a witness, or otherwise participates in an investigation.