Special Education Instructional Assistant - Gold Academy Elementary

ReNEW Schools; Decatur Township, Indiana (MI, PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational community dedicated to making a significant impact on students' lives. This role involves assisting classroom teachers in delivering effective instruction, supporting students' academic and physical needs, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will thrive in collaboration, develop respectful relationships with students, and contribute to an inclusive atmosphere. If you are passionate about education and eager to grow in your practice, this opportunity offers a rewarding experience in shaping young minds and enhancing their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Assist classroom teachers and support students' academic and physical needs.
• Develop positive relationships with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce instruction to individuals or small groups in the classroom.
• Facilitate small group instruction and supervise student activities.

Skills

Instructional Support

Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Student Supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Teaching Certification

Job description

In MSD of Decatur Township, we’re seeking individuals who want to make a significant impact on students’ lives, grow in their practice, and be part of an innovative community of educators.

Assist classroom teachers in the instructional process, reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans and provide routine support. Assist students with academic and/or physical needs in order for students to access the educational environment.

Essential Functions:

• Develop positive respectful relationships with students and staff.
• Work in a positive, effective manner in the inclusion environment with students and staff.
• Be punctual with all assignments, professional in manner and speech, and notify co-workers and building administration prior to necessary absences.
• Effectively collaborate and share information with the teacher of record.
• Effectively answer questions and assist students with organizational skills, staying on task, and reviewing/re-teaching skills.
• Assist classroom teacher with daily duties.
• Facilitate small group instruction.
• Supervise student behavior and activities.
• Lift and move students.

180 Days

Pay- $14.00/hour

It is the policy of the MSD Decatur Township not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).