PreK Instructional Assistant-HQ ($24,371+)

SANDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Hill Elementary School in Cambridge, Maryland is seeking a PreK Instructional Assistant-HQ to join the instructional team and support students under the supervision of the principal and content supervisor. The role aims to help students meet Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards by providing strategies, resources, and targeted instruction.

The incumbent will support teachers with individual students and small groups, assist with classroom routines, and implement interventions.

Qualifications

• Candidate must meet MSDE standards with an Associate Degree, 48 college credits, or CDA certification.
• Experience in a classroom setting is preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supports teachers in working with individual students or small groups to boost academic and behavioral success.
• Assists with implementing curriculum-aligned activities and classroom routines.
• Reinforces material introduced by the teacher and monitors student progress.
• Provides instructional and behavioral supports and assists with safety and well-being.
• Runs interventions and supports targeted instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional development activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Understanding of students with special

Education

Associate Degree

Paraprofessional exam

CDA certificate

Job description

PreK Instructional Assistant-HQ ($24,371+)

Dorchester County Public Schools SANDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - CAMBRIDGE, Maryland Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Dorchester County Public Schools (MD)

Job Details

Job ID: 5921134

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Dorchester County Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a PreK Instructional Assistant-HQ at Sandy Hill Elementary School. Working under the direction of the school principal and the content supervisor, this position works with students in decision making, interpersonal development, and academic growth by providing the strategies, resources, and instruction to enable each student to meet the demands of the Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports teachers in work with individual students and students in small groups in order to reinforce and promote academic and behavioral successes.
• Assists the teacher in implementing activities consistent with the curriculum guide, resources and training provided.
• Assists teacher with implementation of classroom duties, routines, and instruction.
• Works with groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Obtains daily lessons and class work of assigned students from teachers and returns it during teachers’ planning period the next day in order for students to remain current with their class work.
• Serves as a liaison between the teacher and student and monitors attendance, behavior, and academic progress.
• Employs instructional strategies and materials that are most appropriate for achieving stated objectives when formal instruction is necessary.
• Assists the administration in implementing all the policies and rules Governing student conduct.
• Guides independent study, enrichment work, and other student supports planned by the teacher. Provide instructional, behavioral and social emotional supports and services to all students.
• Assists the teacher in implementing activities consistent with the curriculum guide, resources and training provided.
• Assists teacher with implementation of classroom duties, routines, and instruction.
• Works with groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Works with the teacher to facilitate activities for all children both indoors and outdoors.
• Assist individual children in need of special attention in areas including, but not limited to, academics, social, emotional, and behavioral supports.
• Assists the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care.
• Assists with the provisions of specially designed instruction and consistent implementation of student(s)’ Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists in assessment and data collection for students to assist in planning targeted instruction and Individualized Education Program (IEP) services and supports under the direction of the teacher.
• Delivers academic interventions and implements proactive behavioral supports/ interventions.
• Intervenes in crisis situations in the school environment as needed, which may include use of non-violent CPI when student exhibits aggressive behavior.
• Assist students with personal hygiene, including designing toileting schedules, toileting/changing and activities of daily living.
• Assists individual children in need of special attention.
• Sets up, and/or operates, instructional technology, laboratory equipment, and computer programs.
• Assists the teacher in providing a high-quality program and supports teacher as they move through the EXCELS and Accreditation process.
• Participates in professional learning opportunities.
• Provides periodic class coverage in absence of a classroom teacher.
• Provides class coverage for the teacher during “rest time.”
• Attends and supports students during resource classes each day (inside and outside of the classroom).
• Assists with recess duty daily.
• Positively interacts with others.
• Attends faculty/staff meetings.
• Participates in staff in-service programs as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Participate in staff in-service programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Deemed Highly Qualified according to MSDE standards by possessing an Associate ’ s Degree, 48 college credits,or successful completion of the Paraprofessional examinationand the CDA certificate; (CDA is not required if the candidate possesses an Associate Degree).
• Previous experience in a classroom setting preferred;
• Familiarity with accepted practices and procedures in working with students, to include those with behavioral problems;
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of understanding and acceptance of all children and interest in the education of students with special needs;
• Ability to follow instructions;
• Ability to accept supervision;
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24,371 Per Year

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• CENTRAL OFFICE
• CAMBRIDGE, Maryland 21613
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]