Instructional Assistant Teacher

About the Employer

Qualifications

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position
• High school diploma and achieved a passing score of 459 or higher on the parapro assessment
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a valid Delaware license and certification in Instructional Paraeducator in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1517
• Must be able to follow simple directions
• Must be able to use photocopier, scanner, fax, and lamination machine
• Must meet the qualifications by the Dept. of Education to secure instructional paraprofessional permit status
• Must have the ability to speak to students, co-workers and parents in a professional manner at all times
• Attendance is an essential function of this position for student learning and classroom teacher support

Instructional Paraprofessional

Job Title (for context): instructional paraprofessional

Job Description

La Academia's paraprofessionals will be responsible for supporting teachers both inside and outside the classroom setting. This includes supporting morning student arrival, cafeteria and hall coverage, recess monitoring, and dismissal. Within the classroom, they will support instruction; working with the class, small groups, or one-on-one with students.

Reports to

Deans of Curriculum & Instruction

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Regular attendance is an essential function of the position
• Collaborates with the teacher or case manager in the planning and development of activities and resources for students using a dual language approach
• Works with students in a variety of grouping structures including individual, small group, or total group settings as prescribed by instructional programs & RTI
• Provides accommodations to students, as required, to ensure students' success
• Assists in ongoing monitoring of students' progress through data collection of objectives (may include collection and summation of raw data and computer work)
• Supports students pushing into the general education classrooms or pulling out to provide small group services as stated in the student IEP (if special education instructional assistant).
• Assists the teacher in routine tasks, such as, but not limited to: duties, record keeping, transitions, limited clerical work, assisting on field trips, assisting in special subjects, monitoring social interactions, checking homework, gathering/preparing materials for students, assisting classroom activities, and operating multimedia equipment.
• Ensures the safety of the students within their work environment
• Has knowledge of the social, emotional, and academic needs of individual students through collaboration with the teacher
• Participates in ongoing staff development and any other work-related meetings
• Ensures student confidentiality
• Consistently maintains a professional attitude in all settings
• Supports classroom in absence of a teacher
• Performs other duties as assigned

Successful Candidates Will:

• Demonstrate passion to work with elementary & middle school students through a student-centered, whole child approach
• Prioritize life-long learning and be driven to improve their instructional practice to continue their professional and personal development as an educator
• Take a responsive classroom approach to classroom behavior and promote restorative practices among students as a community member
• Partner constructively with all staff and parents to fulfill our school mission

Employment Contingency

• Acceptable criminal background check, Delaware Child Protection Registry, & TB test
• Verification of credentials and past employment
• Adherence to the Academia Antonia Alonso School's policies

Salary & Benefits

• This is a full-time 10-month position. Salary ranges are commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $32,904.00 - $50,453.00 per year
• Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education

• Bachelor's (required)
• Experience:
• Teaching: 1 year (required)
• License/Certification:
• State of Delaware teaching license (required)
• Elementary K-2 or K-6 certification (required)
• Ability to commute:
• Newark, DE 19702 (preferred)
• Ability to relocate:
• Newark, DE 19702: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location

In person