PRIDE Program Instructional Assistant - Full-Time Growth Role

Behavioral Health Associates; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Medical plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization in Pottsville, PA, seeking dedicated Instructional Assistants for its PRIDE Program at Pottsville Academy. You will reinforce instruction, monitor progress, and support students in a structured classroom setting.

The role is full-time with benefits, offering opportunities to work with restorative practices and a collaborative leadership team dedicated to positive student outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Paraeducator experience from a previous school or agency, preferred.
• Experience working with children/students, preferred.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with staff while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Basic computer literacy with Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Tutor individuals or small groups reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in administering and scoring tests.
• Perform routine clerical duties; operate classroom and office equipment.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and supplies.
• Assist students with guidance and emotional support.
• Direct group activities and monitor students.
• Meet with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs.
• Assist in establishing Restorative Circles and Restorative Practices daily.
• Assist in classroom rules and TALID System enforcement.
• Other duties as assigned by Administration.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Restorative Practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization in Pottsville, PA, seeking dedicated Instructional Assistants for its PRIDE Program at Pottsville Academy. You will reinforce instruction, monitor progress, and support students in a structured classroom setting.

The role is full-time with benefits, offering opportunities to work with restorative practices and a collaborative leadership team dedicated to positive student outcomes.