Instructional Assistant

HSE Schools; Fishers (IN); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HSE Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant to support General Education teachers at Fishers Elementary School. The role emphasizes assisting with classroom activities, preparing materials, and supervising students under teacher guidance.

The ideal candidate will hold an associate degree, have 48 college credits, and pass the ParaPro exam to demonstrate knowledge of assisting in reading, writing, and math instruction.

Qualifications

• Associate of arts degree required.
• Two years of college (48 credit hours) required.
• Must pass the ParaPro exam.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Assist teacher with clerical duties.
• Aid in classroom setup and materials.
• Instruct students under teacher supervision.
• Keep classroom neat and orderly.
• Arrange bulletin boards.
• Supervise cafeteria and playground under teacher supervision.
• Assist with student records and copying.
• Prepare classroom for end of day.
• Maintain communication with teacher.
• Work with groups of students inside/outside classroom.
• Assess abilities and collect data.
• Any other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Communication

Clerical support

Student supervision

Classroom prep

Education

Associate of arts degree

48 credit hours completed

Job description

Administrator: Dr. Emily Supergan
Principal at Fishers Elementary School

JOB DESCRIPTION

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT: General Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An associate of arts degree
• Two years of college (48 credit hours)
• Pass the ParaPro exam (state assessment test for knowledge of an ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and math)

Reports to:

Principal and under supervision of the classroom teacher

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively with student and other staff members.
• Ability to proficiently aid teacher in the performance of clerical duties.
• Ability to work well with staff and students in her/his charge.
• Aid teacher in preparing classroom for school.
• Help prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under teacher supervision.
• Keep classroom neat and orderly.
• Aid teacher in arranging bulletin boards.
• Supervise cafeteria, playground, etc. under teacher supervision.
• Assist with all clerical duties, i.e., student records, copying, etc.
• Aid in preparing the classroom for the close of school.
• Maintain effective communication with teacher.
• Work with groups of students inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Assess abilities and assist with the collection of academic/behavioral data of students.
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the building principal.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
• Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
• Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.