Instructional Assistant

Lyndon Institute; Lyndon Center (VT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Paid school vacations

Job summary

Lyndon Institute in Lyndon Center, VT is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant to support high school students in classrooms and small groups. You will assist teachers, help create inclusive learning environments, and foster positive relationships with students and families while contributing to a collaborative school community and ongoing professional development.

This role emphasizes patience, adaptability, and a commitment to student growth, with competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree, para-pro certification or relevant coursework preferred).
• Working knowledge of IEPs and 504s.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a commitment to student growth.
• Experience working with adolescents or in an educational setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students in classrooms and small-group settings.
• Assist teachers in creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment.
• Support students with varying abilities and learning needs.
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Patience & flexibility

Experience with adolescents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position:Instructional Assistant

Location: Lyndon Center, VT

Job Id:153

# of Openings:2

Join Our Team as a High School Paraeducator

Are you passionate about supporting students and helping them succeed? Lyndon Institute is seeking dedicated Paraeducators to join our collaborative and student-focused high school team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide instructional support to students in classrooms and small-group settings
• Assist teachers in creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment
• Support students with varying abilities and learning needs
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, and families

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree, para-pro certification or relevant coursework preferred)
• Working knowledge of IEP's and 504's
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a commitment to student growth
• Experience working with adolescents or in an educational setting is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful work that makes a daily difference in students' lives
• Supportive school community and professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and paid school vacations

Lyndon Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal and state laws related to fair employment practices. To the extent required by these laws, Lyndon Institute does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital/civil union status, national origin, sexual orientation, place of birth, military/uniformed service or veteran status, disability, genetic information, having a positive test result on an HIV related blood test or other legally-protected classification.

Lyndon Institute is a private, approved independent, and comprehensive town academy for grades 9-12, specializing in core and honors academics, fine and performing arts, and career services.