Instructional Aide

Dove Academy of Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dove Academy of Detroit is looking for an Instructional Aide to support classroom activities and foster an inclusive learning environment. You will help with instructional tasks, assist in student engagement, and build relationships within the school community.

The ideal candidate has completed at least two years of higher education and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills. Join us to help all students achieve their best!

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills with students and staff.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Experience working with school-age children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with instructional activities.
• Engage students and reinforce lesson concepts.
• Maintain an orderly classroom environment.

Skills

Belief in every child's ability to learn

Desire for excellence

Relationship building

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completed at least two years of higher education

Bachelor's degree or Teaching Certificate (desired)

Job description

At Dove Academy, we pride ourselves on our successes, and celebrate both individual and school achievements. Dove Academy is committed to building a better future for its students and families that fosters a culture of universal achievement that involves parents, students and staff. This culture is based upon the fundamental belief that each child is capable of meeting high academic standards in reading, language arts, and math, and that the school has the power to make that opportunity a reality. Be a part of a world where everyone soars by applying today!

What we are looking for

• Unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• Strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.
• Ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families to build trust and rapport within the school community.
• Willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.

About the role

To provide dedicated support to teachers and students in the classroom, assisting with various instructional activities and creating an inclusive learning environment. The Instructional Aide aims to facilitate student engagement and comprehension by offering individualized attention and reinforcing lesson concepts. Through collaboration with educators, the Instructional Aide seeks to contribute to the overall academic growth and success of students, promoting a positive and enriching educational experience for all.

What you’ll do

• Assist the classroom teacher in preparing the classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Help the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assist the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the academy and the community.
• Demonstrate exceptional classroom techniques, including the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression, and student and classroom teacher experiences in large and small groups.

Classroom Management

• Work cooperatively with parents and generate guardians’ confidence in the classroom teacher.
• Guide children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Demonstrate genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promote responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provide a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair and consistent practices, respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.
• Share responsibility for marketing the academy in the community.

Professional Development & Leadership

• Participate in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Share responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and out-of-class activities important to the operation of the academy.
• Conduct oneself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Display personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the academy.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by the school leader only as allowed by federal legislation and approval of the regional consultant.

Facilities

• Assume responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.

Qualifications

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or obtain an associate’s degree (or higher); or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment or successfully pass the ETS Parapro Assessment.
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics; or
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Desired Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or valid state of Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Knowledge of and skills working with at-risk students.
• Experience in an educational setting with school-age children.