Instructional Assistant; TEMPORARY position beginning ASAP through 12/22/26 (3hrs/day-split shift);

Isd 728; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Isd 728 is seeking an Instructional Assistant for a temporary role starting ASAP at Westwood Elementary School. The assistant will supervise students in the classroom, on the playground, and in the lunchroom, and help prepare materials for daily activities.

Position is 3 hours per day in a split shift, with starting pay of $21.18 per hour. This temporary assignment runs through 12/22/26, with a priority toward supporting classroom operations and student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and staff.
• Experience with classroom technology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in tutoring students and collecting data to support classroom management.
• Prepare instructional materials and supplies; set up and organize materials.
• Supervise students in classroom, lunchroom, and on playground; ensure safety and behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality of family and program information.
• Work as part of a team with other staff to promote a positive educational environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Classroom technology

Job description

Instructional Assistant; TEMPORARY position beginning ASAP through 12/22/26 (3hrs/day-split shift); JobID: 19419

• Position Type: Support Staff (Assistant)/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/19/2026
• Location: Westwood Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 10/25/2026

Description

The Instructional Assistant assists by supervising students in the classroom, on the playground, and in the lunchroom, and by preparing materials for use in the classroom. Classroom set-up and clean-up are also a part of this job.

Starting pay is $21.18 per hour. For additional details, please see the attached master agreement.

Job Summary

1. Assist the teacher in the classroom with tutoring students, collecting student data, and other student activities to ensure effective classroom management.
2. Assist teachers in collecting and preparing instructional materials, which may include shopping for supplies; such as, media center materials, reading and math worksheets and tests, project materials, general supplies, and straightening rooms so that instructional materials are available when needed to support classroom activities. Set-up, organize, and replace consumable materials used in the classroom to ensure materials are available for students and ensure effective classroom management.
3. Utilize positive behavior management techniques at the direction of the teacher to ensure effective classroom management.
4. Assist the teacher in the production of materials to be used during class time to ensure effective classroom management.
5. Maintain confidentiality of family and program information.
6. Work as a team member with other staff to promote positive educational environment.
7. Supervise students in the lunchroom, classroom, playground, or other assigned areas and may also wipe lunch tables so that students act in a safe manner appropriate to the school environment.
8. May perform general duties; such as, filing, copying, data entry, and answering phones so that the needs of building teachers are met.
9. May sell, take and/or tally tickets for various school events.
10. Other job related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High school degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
2. Ability to work effectively with parents, students, and other staff.
3. Ability and experience working with classroom technology is desirable.
4. Willingness to accept and follow direction.
5. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
6. General office skills.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
8. Ability to work overtime including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.