K-3 Instructional Assistant: Classroom Support

Wake-County-Public-School-System; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System in Raleigh seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in classroom activities, reinforce lessons, and assist with materials and administrative tasks. The IA works with students individually or in groups, planning strategies to fit diverse learning needs.

The role emphasizes collaboration, confidentiality under FERPA, and ongoing professional growth; CPI certification may be required; a high school diploma or GED is essential, with additional Title I

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six semester hours of coursework in childhood education, OR two years of work experience in a childhood setting (Title I schools).
• CPI certification may be required; CPI training provided.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support and assists teachers with activities and materials.
• Assists in planning, organizing, evaluating activities, and preparing lesson materials.
• Supports individual or small-group instruction and reinforces skills.
• Collaborates with teachers for special strategies tailored to students.
• Participates in staff development and maintains a positive, calm classroom presence.
• Ensures confidentiality of student information under FERPA; adheres to policies.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Google Apps

Instructional delivery

Subject knowledge

FERPA compliance

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Student motivation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six semester hours in childhood education

Two years of work experience in a childhood setting

Job description

Wake County Public School System in Raleigh seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in classroom activities, reinforce lessons, and assist with materials and administrative tasks. The IA works with students individually or in groups, planning strategies to fit diverse learning needs.

The role emphasizes collaboration, confidentiality under FERPA, and ongoing professional growth; CPI certification may be required; a high school diploma or GED is essential, with additional Title I