Instructional Aide Springfield Sports Academy

ACCEL Schools is seeking a 1:1 Instructional Aide at Springfield Sports Academy in Springfield, Ohio.

Springfield Sports Academy is an award-winning public charter school for EK-8th grade students. The school is part of ACCEL Schools, a network of public charter schools serving K-12 students since 2014.

Instructional Aide assists the Teacher with classroom activities and helps promote positive student behaviors in academics and extra-curricular activities. The Instructional Aide provides oversight to ensure student safety and a positive school climate, and assists the School Leader and Teachers by performing duties in conformity with the school philosophy, policies, and applicable laws.

• Supports lessons taught by the teacher to individual students or groups of students and follows instructional plans as assigned by the Teacher or School Leader
• Helps plan classroom activities as directed by the Teacher and supports the Teacher in student and parent relations
• Assists with school activities (e.g., parent-faculty nights, faculty meetings, assemblies, commencements, fundraisers, chaperoning, guiding students, committees)
• Performs clerical duties, including grading papers and making copies
• Assists the Teacher in the use of classroom technology
• Helps maintain cleanliness of the classroom, lunchroom and other school areas
• Understands and implements the school’s philosophy and mission in all activities
• Other duties as assigned (e.g., field trips, morning/dismissal duties, lunch duty)

• Works cooperatively with the Teacher and others
• Acts in accordance with directives from the Administrator (or designee) and teacher
• Contributes to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards

• Associate degree, two years of college coursework, or passing the Paraprofessional’s Exam
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Successful completion of BCI/FBI background check
• Ability to meet educational standards as applicable
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Physical ability to lift 25-40 lbs
• Experience in a school or social services setting is a plus

“We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of birthplace and circumstances.” – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of high-performing public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities. Our schools offer innovative models including career
- Technical Education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more, across brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid formats.

Compensation

The starting hourly rate for this position is $16.25/hour. Starting pay may vary based on geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Life benefits – time & peace of mind

• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance

Career benefits – keep growing

• Career advancement opportunities within ACCEL Schools and our network of 4,000+ instructors and professionals

We abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and are committed to equal opportunity in employment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses where not required by law.