Instructional Aide

Description Job Purpose

Under the supervision of the Director, the Instructional Aide serves primarily as a Building Substitute and Floater. The primary purpose of this role is to provide versatile instructional support and adaptive classroom coverage across Kindergarten through 8th Grade (K-8) classrooms, performing the necessary duties to assist with instruction for both regular and special needs students.

Primary job duties and responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary building substitute and floater, maintaining the flexibility and readiness to step into and cover any K-8 classroom at a moment's notice.
• Works side by side with the Teacher to function as an appropriate role model for children, providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
• Creates and manages a caring, supportive, purposeful, and stimulating environment that is conducive to children's learning.
• Agrees with and commits to the academic goals and philosophy of the company, and understands, abides by, and implements the policies, directives, and guidelines set forth by the management company.

• Provides full classroom coverage and instructional continuity for all K-8 grades upon the Director's request.
• Assists in classroom management and maintains established classroom routines.
• Assists teachers in preparing instructional materials.
• Maintains data and progress monitoring for assigned students.
• Assists the teacher with differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Implements, under the supervision of the assigned teacher or independently during coverage, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Conducts instructional activities assigned by the teacher or outlined in substitute plans. 481 N Cleveland-Massillon Rd Akron, OH 44333 oakmontedu.org
• Works with individual students or small groups to practice and/or reinforce learning concepts and to assist students in reaching their academic goals and grade-level standards.
• Supervises students during non-instructional times.
• Uses computers and other technology provided by the company to assist and support students in their learning.
• Develops classroom experiences that teach students not only facts but how to apply what they learn to solve real-world problems.
• Ensures high standards of achievement for all students.
• Ensures an orderly, motivational, and aspirational culture and a strong school community where teaching, learning, and healthy relationships can thrive.
• Supports and participates in the school's PBIS Program.
• Maintains good order and discipline among the pupils, safeguarding their health and safety.

• Helps maintain neat and orderly classrooms.
• Assists teachers with administrative records, data, and preparation of required reports.
• Adheres to the appropriate code of ethics and student confidentiality.
• Works with staff to improve student learning and achievement.
• Performs all other job duties as assigned.

Necessary and desirable qualifications include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to float between different grade levels (K-8) and subject areas daily.
• Must have a passion for improving educational opportunities for urban students and for building a strong, mission-driven organization.
• Commitment to continued personal and professional growth and a commitment to the company's mission, vision, and growth.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Proven effective classroom instructional and management skills across multiple grade bands.
• Passion for working with and teaching youth of various social, educational, and economic backgrounds and levels.
• Willingness to go above and beyond to support students in achieving academic goals.
• Proficiency in the use of technology.
• Education Preferred:
  High school diploma or equivalent, or an Associate's degree.
• Experience…