Instructional Assistant - Digital Literacy K-4

Bentonville Schools; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an Instructional Assistant – Digital Literacy for K-4 to support students in Arkansas by teaching technology skills within the CS standards framework. The instructor will work under the District Instructional Technology Specialist and be supervised by the building principal, delivering lessons designed by the Specialist.

Responsibilities include supervising software-based learning, assisting with classroom prep, maintaining the lab, and supporting safety and behavior

Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• College coursework completed or equivalent education as required by law.
• Must be able to provide own transportation.
• Must be capable of safely traversing all areas of the school facility.
• Must be capable of safely lifting up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during software-based learning activities.
• Assist with classroom preparations and reinforce instructional materials.
• Maintain technology in the lab and assist with record-keeping of student learning.
• Support classroom behavior management to keep students on task and safe.
• Assist with non-instructional duties such as lunch, bus, and hallway supervision.
• Distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Follow safety rules and accommodate students with disabilities or special needs.

Skills

PC & software

Independent work

Effective communication

Instruction following

Cooperative relationships

Arithmetic basics

Analytical thinking

Outdoor activities

Safety procedures

Confidentiality

Special needs support

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

College coursework completed

No Child Left Behind Act qualification

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Digital Literacy K-4 JobID: 6398

• Position Type: Instructional Assistants/ Instructional Assistant - Digital Literacy
• Date Posted: 10/6/2026
• Date Available: ASAP

Instructional Assistant – Digital Literacy K-4

Position Purpose

Digital Literacy is designed to teach the K-4 AR Computer Science Standards. The instructor will work under the direction of the District Instructional Technology Specialist and be supervised by the building principal. This instructor will teach technology skills using the framework of lessons developed by the Instructional Specialist.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports/supervises students engaged in software-based learning experiences.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Maintains technology in the lab.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Copies, distributes, and uses educational materials as needed.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Equipment

Uses computers, servers, switches, scanners and printers, and related equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of school district personal computer and software applications.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to establish and, maintain cooperative working relationship with, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform complex arithmetic operations.
• Analytical, problem-solving and creative-thinking skills with respect to student learning.
• Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
• Ability to physically assist students complying with emergency evacuation or lockdown procedures
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skill

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard classroom and school building environments.

Qualification Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications wouldbe equivalent to:

• High School diploma
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Must be capable of safely traversing all assigned areas of the school facility
• Must be capable of safely lifting up to 30 pounds.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.