BAES: Pre- K Instructional Assistant

Position: BAES: Pre- K Instructional Assistant 2 (Job ID# 3685)
CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678

June 5, 2026

POSITION

Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant 2

DEPARTMENT

Instruction

LOCATION

Barstow Elementary School

REPORTS TO

Principal

ANNUAL WORK SUMMARY

10 months per year, 190 days per year, 7 hours per day.

WAGE/PAY RATE

Scale 8: $21.34/hr - $26.92/hr

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

Final date to receive applications

June 13, 2026

EFFECTIVE START DATE

POSITION SUMMARY

The prekindergarten general instructional assistant 2 will provide instructional, behavioral, and social emotional support services to help achieve a well-organized, smoothly functioning class and school environment where students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources. The Pre-Kindergarten General Instructional Assistant 2 will be assigned to work with all prekindergarten students to support the general education prekindergarten program.

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. High school diploma or general education development (GED) program certificate

2. Associate Arts (AA) Degree or Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) preferred.

3. Experience working with early childhood children and children with disabilities and with managing behaviors is preferred.

4. Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) must be obtained by the FALL of SY  unless an AA degree is obtained.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

None

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

At the time of application, the candidate must have:

Exceptional ability to understand and communicate with both verbal and written skills

Ability to operate various office machines and instructional technology

Ability to follow a flexible schedule and adapt to various environments

Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to students, teachers, staff, parents, and community members

Demonstrated ability to problem solve, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders when presented with stressful situations

Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Such alternative to the above qualification as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES:

Assist the teacher in implementing activities consistent with the curriculum guide, resources and training provided

Assists teacher with implementation of classroom duties, routines, and instruction

Works with groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

Guides independent study, enrichment work, and other student supports planned by the teacher. Provide instructional, behavioral and social emotional supports and services to all students

Work with the teacher to facilitate activities for all children both indoors and outdoors. Assist individual children in need of special attention in areas including, but not limited to, academics, social, emotional, and behavioral supports

Assists the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well being and safety of the children in his/her care

Assist with the provision of specially designed instruction and consistent implementation of student(s)' Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) under the direction of the teacher.

Assist in assessment and data collection for students to assist in planning targeted instruction and Individualized Education Program (IEP) services and supports under the direction of the teacher.

Delivers academic interventions and implements proactive behavioral supports/ interventions

Intervenes in crisis situations in the school environment as needed, which may include use of non-violent CPI when student exhibits aggressive behavior

Assist students with personal hygiene, including designing toileting schedules, toileting/changing and activities of daily living

Assists individual children in need of special attention

Sets up, and/or operates, instructional technology, laboratory equipment, and computer programs

Assists the teacher in providing a high quality program and supports teacher as they move through the EXCELS and Accreditation process.

Participates in professional learning opportunities

Provides periodic class coverage in absence of a classroom teacher

Provides class coverage for the teacher during "rest time"

Attends and supports students during resource classes each day (inside and outside of the classroom). .

Assists with recess duty daily.

Positively interacts with others

Reports to work promptly every day

Meets deadlines

Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES:

(Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Performs related work as required or assigned by the building principal or designee

PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS/DEMANDS:

Position is performed in a typical school environment. Significant periods of standing and walking are required.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:

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