Instructional Aide, Ola Program King

Instructional Aide, Ola Program (7.5 hours), King Open

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Position:
Instructional Aide, Ola Program (7.5 hours), King Open

The King Open’s commitment statement reads, “The King Open is committed to increasing every student’s ability to monitor her or his own learning, to recognize the role of effort in learning, and to work and succeed independently as well as cooperatively.” Through differentiation and academic rigor, we provide our students with a well‑rounded education that enables them to develop critical and flexible thinking capacities, collaboration skills, and a work ethic that prepares them to become productive citizens.

We know that this commitment cannot be fully realized without the support of our families. Therefore, participation and feedback from parent/guardian/caregiver(s) is welcomed, and we are also committed to ensuring that all of our families are deeply connected with their child’s learning and the happenings in our school community.

Our Olå Program is a Portuguese‑English, two‑way bilingual program. Students receive instruction in both English and Portuguese. Half of the day is devoted to English instruction. The second half is devoted to Portuguese instruction. Students are taught in single (occasionally mixed) grade cohorts, receiving instruction that promotes their bilingual and bicultural skills.

The Instructional Aide will work under the supervision of the classroom teacher to create a learning environment where each child feels valued and is progressing at an optimal rate. He or she will assist the classroom teacher in implementing a curriculum based on children’s individual developmental needs in a classroom community of learners. The aide will support the teacher by planning, developing, and delivering a creative learning environment that focuses on high academic achievement, excellence in teaching, respect for differences, and collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities include providing daily activities that integrate learning across the curriculum, working with pupils individually and in small groups, documenting pupil progress, preparing instructional materials, and assisting with recess supervision.

• Bachelor's degree preferred, minimum of Associates degree, or 48 college credits.
• Previous coursework in the education of elementary‑grade children is preferred.
• Previous successful classroom experience with students in an urban, multicultural setting, preferably at the elementary level.
• Demonstrated ability to respect diversity and help children develop a positive self‑image as successful learners.
• Proficiency in English and Portuguese required.

Full‑Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Darrell Williams, Principal
• King Open School
• Phone:
• Email: dwilliams

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.