Lower School Instructional Aide

Second Baptist School; Georgia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in Georgia is seeking a full-time Lower School Instructional Aide for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves supporting the classroom teacher in instruction and planning while fostering a positive learning environment. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, experience in early childhood education, and a strong commitment to Christian values. Strong communication skills and proficiency in technology are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in early childhood education is necessary.
• Strong Christian testimony as a positive role model.
• Support and lead school-wide initiatives.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist during teacher-directed instruction.
• Prepare educational materials and clerical tasks.
• Monitor and support students during activities.
• Act as a substitute teacher when needed.
• Promote the school’s culture and values.

Skills

Experience in early childhood education

Proficiency in technology

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to support school-wide initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Tools

Google Workspace (Google Docs, Google Sheets)

Job description

Career Opportunities with Second Baptist School

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Second Baptist School is currently seeking a full-time LOWER SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE for the 2025-2026 school year.

• Position Title: Lower School Instructional Aide
• Reports To: Head of Lower School
• Work Calendar: Ten Months

JOB SUMMARY

The lower school instructional aide will support the classroom teacher in small group and individualized instruction, planning, preparation of materials, and class supervision. Instructional aides also perform other daily duties as directed by the teacher, assistant heads of lower school and head of lower school.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

Classroom

• Assist students during teacher-directed whole group, small group, and individualized instruction.
• Monitor and support students during independent work and cooperative learning activities.
• Provide student follow-up and review, after teacher-directed instruction.
• Prepare educational materials and perform clerical tasks associated with instructional activities.
• Provide, with guidance from the classroom teacher and student support services, accommodations as documented in student’s individualized accommodation plans.
• Assist in monitoring student behavior and providing positive reinforcement.
• Serve as a classroom substitute if needed.
• Have effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning the educational, health and personal information of students.
• Demonstrate dependability and integrity.

Lower School Duties

• Assist with lunchroom, carpool and other duties as assigned.
• Serve as a contributing and active member of the lower school.
• Promote a culture that reflects the school’s mission and core values.
• Demonstrate the ability to be a team player with teachers and other staff members.

CANDIDATE SUMMARY

We seek the following in qualified candidates:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience in early childhood education.
• A strong Christian testimony and a calling to serve as a positive Christian role model to our students.
• A heart to provide exceptional customer service to all members of the community.
• A desire to lead and support all school-wide initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A record of classroom experience.
• Support for school activities and school-wide initiatives, understanding the flexibility of this role to support various needs as they arise.
• Proficiency in technology and strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with working knowledge of Google Workspace (i.e. Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.)
• A responsible steward of the school’s resources and a personal commitment to support the school’s fundraising efforts as able.

Independent school teaching/coaching experience and prior knowledge of Second Baptist Church and School are considered a plus.