Part-Time Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant

SCHOOL OVERVIEW

The Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW) opened its doors at its current location in Wilmington in 2018. At the heart of GLOW Academy is a focus on “whole girl” education. We seek to foster the growth of leadership and confidence in our students and build and sustain family support, all while engaging all of our students in a rigorous college preparatory program.

GLOW Academy is adding to its EC team of 7 teachers with the addition of a part time Teacher Assistant. We are seeking a professional who is committed to supporting GLOW’s EC students while they are in the general education classroom and pull out setting. The Teacher Assistant position provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on practice in supporting the critical work of the exceptional children’s teacher.

Salary: $16.07 an hour

Start Date:

August 11, 2026

Hours:

9:15am - 3:15pm (Not to exceed 29 hours a week & subject to change)

Reports To:

EC Coordinator

• Work individually and in small groups with EC students to reinforce learning of the materials or skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist teachers in devising special strategies for helping students learn the content being taught and monitoring student performance on such content through progress monitoring of curriculum content, data collection and IEP goals.
• Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of all students and offer encouragement to increase self esteem.
• Perform various clerical duties as needed, maintain records of student progress; make copies; develop instructional materials.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about EC students within the classroom as is expected of all GLOW staff.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence. Participate in development and support of the special education program, especially related to EC students.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher, EC Coordinator or school administration.

Possession of a valid TB test issued by the local county board of health or recognized medical authority is required for employment.