Instructional Assistant

Lansing School District; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lansing School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support literacy and math instruction in a diverse urban school setting. This role emphasizes relationship-building with students and families and assisting teachers to keep students engaged and safe during lessons.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate's Degree or 60 college credits, plus proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam. This is a 0.875 FTE position at Lansing School District.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required or 60 college credits completed.
• Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam is required.
• Strong commitment to supporting diverse learners in literacy and math.

Responsibilities

• Support literacy and math instruction for students.
• Build relationships with students and families to foster engagement.
• Assist teachers and ensure student safety in the classroom.
• Prioritize tasks and respond to guidance from school leaders.

Education

Associate's Degree

60 college credits

ETS Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring an Instructional Assistant. This individual will help ensure the safety and success of all students in the building. Instructional Assistants build relationships with students they work with, support teachers in ensuring that students are engaged and supported during lessons, and interact with parents and families. They are a crucial component of a student's support structure at school. In particular, Instructional Assistants will focus on supporting literacy and math instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• 60 completed college credits
• Proof of passing the ETS Paraprofessional Exam

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students in small group and RTI settings
• Understanding of how to read and understand a student's IEP
• Desire to become a certified teacher long term

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for working with students, especially in one on one and small group situations
• Focus on literacy, math, and library services
• Effectively prioritize tasks as assigned by teachers and school leaders
• Ensure safety of students on caseload
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).

0.875 fte (7hours per day / 5 days per week)