School-Year Instructional Assistant | Classroom Support

Board of Education of Charles County; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Board of Education of Charles County is seeking a paraprofessional to support instructional staff and students in our schools on a 10-month basis. The position is non-exempt and located within Charles County Public Schools, MD.

Requirements include a high school diploma plus 48 college credit hours or passing scores on an approved paraprofessional assessment, and prior experience working with children. The role focuses on assisting teachers and providing instructional reinforcement as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 48 college credit hours OR passing scores on an approved Paraprofessional assessment required.
• Experience working with children required.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher in planning instructional activities and maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Works with individuals or small groups to provide instructional reinforcement after the teacher delivers the instruction.
• Assists the teacher in preparing for a lesson.
• Regular on-time attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned by the principal.
• Required to provide substitute coverage as needed.

Skills

Excellent human relations

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Oral communication

Ability to plan developmentally

Education

High school diploma

48 college credit hours

Paraprofessional assessment

Job description

The Board of Education of Charles County is seeking a paraprofessional to support instructional staff and students in our schools on a 10-month basis. The position is non-exempt and located within Charles County Public Schools, MD.

Requirements include a high school diploma plus 48 college credit hours or passing scores on an approved paraprofessional assessment, and prior experience working with children. The role focuses on assisting teachers and providing instructional reinforcement as needed.