Instructional Assistant

Sheridan School District (AR); Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days sick leave per year

3 days personal leave

School holidays off

Job summary

Sheridan School District (AR) East End Elementary School in Little Rock, Arkansas seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students. The position involves direct instruction under supervision, classroom assistance, and supervision of students in various settings throughout the day.

The role requires an Associates degree or 60 college hours (or Praxis exam) and completion of required background checks.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associates Degree or 60 college hours or pass the Praxis exam.
• Must pass Arkansas background checks at own expense (state police, FBI, DHS).
• Ability to work with students of all ages and grade ranges.
• Ability to use a desktop computer.
• Effective communication.
• Provide direct instruction under teacher supervision.
• Conduct instructional activities to reinforce learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional programs and lesson plans to assist the teacher.
• Assist in classroom management.
• Supervise students during the school day (lunch, bus, playground).
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teacher with administrative records and reports.
• Model appropriate behavior and confidentiality; inform about special needs.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Student interaction

Computer use

Communication skills

Instructional support

Education

Associates degree or 60 college hours

Praxis exam requirement

Job description

Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920744

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SHERIDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT JOB DESCRIPTION TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 1. 180 day contract
• 2. Salary based on district salary schedule for the position.
• 3. 10 days sick leave per year of employment.
• 4. 3 days personal leave
• 5. School holidays off work.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Earn at least one of the following: Associates Degree; 60 college hours of credit or pass the Para-Professional Praxis Exam ($85)
• 2. Must pass an Arkansas State Police background check, an FBI background check, and a Department of Human Services background check all at your own expense. ($49.75)
• 3. Must have the ability to work well with students of all ages and grade ranges.
• 4. Must have the ability to use a desk top computer.
• 5. Must be able to communicate effectively.
• 6. Provide direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher.
• 7. Conduct instructional activities assigned by the teacher; work with individuals, students, or small groups for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching their academic goals and grade-level standards.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES cont.:

• 1. Implement, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students’ academic success through a defined course of study.
• 2. Assist in classroom management.
• 3. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground.
• 4. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials.
• 5. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• 6. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• 7. Assist teacher with administrative records and preparation of required reports.
• 8. Function as an appropriate role model for children, providing proper examples, emotional support, and a friendly attitude and general guidance. Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• 9. Demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality.
• 10. Adhere to the appropriate code of ethics and student confidentiality.
• 11. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• 12. Other duties as assigned by administration.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS and/or REQUIRMENTS:

• 1. Maintain emotional control under stress, as well as stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
• 2. See for the purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter and observing students.
• 3. Hear and understand speech at normal levels.
• 4. Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation.
• 5. Bend and twist, kneel and stoop, run and crawl.
• 6. Reach in all directions.
• 7. Lift up to 40 pounds and carry up to 20 pounds.

Physical Requirements: The normal work environment for this position is a school/classroom environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of an Instructional Aide in the Sheridan School District.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to read and follow a variety of instructions. May be required to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20,136.15 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tamara Strawn , Principal
• East End Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]