Instructional Assistant

Center City Public Charter Schools; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Center City PCS in Washington, DC seeks an Instructional Assistant or SPED Instructional Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year across PK3-8. You will support lead teachers, monitor progress, and foster inclusive learning environments.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year in education, strong organizational skills, knowledge of child development, and a commitment to equity and inclusion. This on-site role requires flexibility, reliability, and ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in education.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining student records and classroom materials.
• Knowledge of child development and effective instructional strategies.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet dynamic school needs.
• Commitment to fostering equity and inclusion in education.
• Able to lift up to 10 pounds and stand for long hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher in designing and preparing instructional materials and implementing daily lessons that engage all learners and fit in with the lead teacher’s long-term learning plan.
• Assist the lead teacher in conducting and organizing ongoing assessments of student performance.
• Deliver academic, social, or behavioral interventions for individual and small groups of students.
• Monitor students in the classroom, hallways, recess, field trips, and other school-related activities.
• Foster an ongoing relationship with families to engage parents and students in academic success.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to develop classroom goals and ensure effective working relationships.

Skills

1+ year education

Organizational skills

Child development knowledge

Flexibility

Problem-solving

Equity & inclusion

Tech literacy

References available

Physical ability

Job description

This posting is for the 2025-2026 School Year:

Center City Public Charter Schools (Center City PCS) empower our students for lifelong success by building strong character, promoting academic excellence, and generating public service throughout Washington, D.C. In this endeavor, we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining one of the best faculty members in the District. Center City staff are teachers, mentors, and leaders, and they play an essential role in ensuring our students maximize their potential. Our network serves over 1,400 students annually at our six campuses across the District, with a staff of over 250 dedicated individuals.

An Instructional Assistant is vital in supporting student learning and fostering a positive classroom environment. They work closely with lead teachers to design and deliver engaging lessons, provide targeted interventions, and create an inclusive educational experience. Instructional Assistants also help monitor student progress, maintain classroom management, and build strong relationships with students and families to ensure academic and personal success. By collaborating with educators and staff, instructional assistants contribute significantly to a thriving school community.

Instructional Assistant or SPED Instructional Assistant

Grades: PK3 - 8

Direct Supervisor/s: Principal, Assistant Principal

Responsibilities:

Instructional Support:

• Assist the lead teacher in designing and preparing instructional materials and implementing daily lessons that engage all learners and fit in with the lead teacher’s long-term learning plan.
• Assist the lead teacher in conducting and organizing ongoing assessments of student performance.

Student Engagement and Intervention:

• Assist in delivering academic, social, or behavioral interventions for individual and small groups of students.
• Provide accommodations based on student needs to support their educational success.

Classroom and Campus Environment:

• Monitor students in the classroom, hallways, recess, field trips, and other school-related activities.

Family and Community Collaboration:

• Foster an ongoing relationship centered on hopes and dreams to engage parents and families in their children’s academic success.
• Engage in regular team meetings with the lead teacher to maintain a productive working relationship and to discuss progress toward yearly goals.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher on an ongoing basis to develop classroom goals, clarify role expectations, jointly determine characteristics of an effective working relationship, and understand each other’s strengths and working styles.

Compliance and Professional Expectations:

• Follow school-wide procedures regarding attire, behavior, and punctuality.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Complete other duties as assigned to support the student and school community.
• Participate in occasional school events outside regular school hours.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1-year experience in education (preferred)
• Organizational skills for maintaining accurate student records and managing classroom materials.
• Knowledge of child development and effective instructional strategies.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the dynamic needs of the school environment.
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Commitment to fostering equity and inclusion in education
• Have general technology capacity
• References that reflect high standing with a past employer
• Able to lift up to 10 pounds and able to stand for long hours

This description is intended to describe the work a person assigned to this position performs. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

Center City PCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Center City PCS is an anti-racist organization that believes in diversity, equality, and inclusion. These values enable us to meet our mission and values better while serving students and families throughout Washington, DC. BIPOC, women, gender-inclusive, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information about our schools, please visit our website, www.centercitypcs.org.