Instructional Aide (Math & Reading Intervention)

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science in Walker, MI is seeking an Instructional Aide to support teachers and students in the classroom, providing individualized attention and reinforcing lesson concepts in an inclusive learning environment.

Under supervision, you will help prepare materials, assist with instruction, manage records, and maintain a tidy, engaging learning space, collaborating with staff to promote student growth and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Two years of college study (60 credits) or an associate degree.
• Ability to assist with reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Ability to communicate professionally with students, staff, and guardians.
• Excellent verbal and written expression with proper grammar.
• Exemplary work habits and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in preparing the classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Help prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Maintain individual student records when asked.
• Keep the classroom neat, clean and orderly to support learning.
• Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom and community.
• Demonstrate effective classroom techniques and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Work habits

Education

Associate degree or higher

Parapro Assessment

Job description

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

Curriculum & Instruction:

• Assists the classroom teacher in preparing the classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Helps the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instructs students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assists the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include 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:

• Works cooperatively with parents’ and generates guardians’ confidence in the classroom teacher.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair and consistent practices, respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.

Student Enrollment & Retention:

• Shares responsibility for marketing the academy in the community.

Professional Development & Leadership:

• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and out-of-class activities important to the operation of the academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the academy.
• Please update the aide job description language (as a Title-funded job): “Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the school leader only as allowed by federal legislation and approval of the regional consultant”

Facilities:

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

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics; or
  • Knowledge of and the 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.

About Choice Schools Associates

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science (WMAES) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent’s office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Environmental Model, WMAES is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding environmental schools within the state. The Environmental Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.