Instructional Aide

ReNEW Schools; Martinsville (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Martinsville seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support teachers and students in Martinsville High School's Alternative Education Program - Hammons. You will reinforce learning concepts, assist with classroom management, and support individual and small‑group instruction.

The role requires emotional stability, sound judgment, and professional composure in a fast-paced setting, plus the ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer or communication skills (if relevant).
• Experience in schools or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in creating a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Reinforce learning concepts and support individual and group instruction.
• Supervise students during transitions and assist with classroom management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or administrator.

Skills

Student support

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

MSD of Martinsville Mission:

We work together, we challenge and inspire our children through rich experiences, empowering them to achieve success while making positive contributions to our world.

Position responsible for assisting teaching staff and students in Martinsville High School's Alternative Education Program - Hammons: https://msdofmartinsville.org/hammons-alternative-school/

Job Summary and Requirements:

Support classroom teachers in creating a safe, engaging, and effective learning environment for students. This role involves working directly with students to reinforce learning concepts, assist with classroom management, support individual and group instruction, supervise students during transitions, and perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or administrator. The position requires the ability to remain emotionally stable, exercise sound judgment, and maintain professional composure in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple responsibilities and responding appropriately to student needs and unexpected situations. The position requires the ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods; move throughout the classroom and school; and lift and carry materials or equipment weighing 20 pounds or more as needed.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, basic computer or communication skills (if relevant), ability to work with students, experience in schools or similar settings.

Compensation and Benefits:

Hourly rate is based on experience and certification at a range from $14.75-$20.25. Benefit options for positions over 29 hours per week include section 125 health, vision, and dental coverage, subject to plan terms (for employees who work an average of 30 hours or more per week), voluntary benefits such as life insurance, long-term disability, and other ancillary insurance options (subject to applicable waiting periods, for employees who work an average of 30 hours or more per week), paid Time Off, 3 personal days and 5 sick days. This will be prorated based on the start date. Unused paid leave days roll over into sick accumulated days, and use of the Wellness Gym (workout facility for all employees and guests ages 18+) and Marathon Health Clinic.

The MSD of Martinsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, as such, employs the best-qualified individuals regardless of national origin, race, color, creed, religion, marital status, age, gender, or handicap/disability.