Instructional Aide

ACCEL Schools; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Health insurance

Job summary

ACCEL Schools is looking for an Instructional Aide at the Academy of Arts & Technology in Marion, OH. In this role, you'll assist the Teacher in classroom activities, provide oversight, and promote a positive school climate.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree or equivalent coursework, proficiency in MS Office, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a starting hourly rate of $14.25 and various benefits including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of BCI/FBI check.
• Physical ability to lift 25‑40 lbs.
• Experience in a school or social services setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports lessons taught by the teacher to individual or groups of students.
• Helps plan classroom activities as directed by the Teacher.
• Assists with school activities, including parent‑faculty nights and assemblies.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

High quality written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to manage confidential information

Education

Associate degree or two years of college coursework

Job description

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking an Instructional Aide at Academy of Arts & Technology in Marion, OH. Be part of the difference at Academy of Arts & Technology! Established in 2019, Academy of Arts & Technology is the first public charter school to serve the Marion community and ranks in the top 20% of Ohio charter schools. The award‑winning school offers EK-8th grade students a well‑rounded, college‑prep program emphasizing hands‑on and project‑based learning. The campus features a wide range of educational facilities and students enjoy specialty classes in art, music, and Career Technical Education as well as activities and sports. Academy of Arts & Technology is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K‑12 students throughout the United States since 2014.

About the Opportunity

The Instructional Aide assists the Teacher with classroom activities and helps to promote positive student behaviors in both academics and extra‑curricular activities. The Instructional Aide provides oversight to ensure student safety and a positive school climate. The Instructional Aide assists the School Leader and Teachers by administering the assigned duties in conformity with the philosophy and policies of ACCEL Schools, the assigned school, the school's governing board, the State Board of Education, and all applicable laws.

Duties

• Supports lessons taught by the teacher to individual students or groups of students and follows instructional plans as assigned by the Teacher or School Leader
• Helps plan classroom activities as directed by the Teacher and supports the Teacher in all student and parent relations
• Assists with school activities, including, but not limited to, parent‑faculty nights, faculty meetings, assemblies, commencement exercises, fundraiser, chaperoning student activities, providing guidance for students, participating on faculty committees, etc.
• Performs clerical duties, including, but not limited to, grading papers and making copies
• Assists the Teacher in the use of classroom technology
• Helps maintain the cleanliness of the classroom, lunchroom and other school areas
• Understands, accepts, abides by, and implements the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
• Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, field trips, morning duty, dismissal duty, and lunch duty

Performance Expectations

• Works cooperatively with the Teacher and others
• Acts in accordance with directives from the Administrator (or designee) and teacher
• Contributes to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards

About You

• Associate degree, two years of college coursework, or the passage of the Paraprofessional's Exam
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Successful completion of BCI/FBI check
• Ability to meet educational standards as applicable
• Ability to work well under pressure, and effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently
• Understanding and ability to manage confidential information
• High quality written and verbal communication skills
• Physical ability to lift 25‑40 lbs.
• Experience in a school or social services setting is a plus

Compensation

The starting hourly rate for this position is $14.25/hour. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Life benefits

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations

Health benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance

Career benefits

• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.