Instructional Aide

ACCEL Schools is seeking an Instructional Aide at Wright Preparatory Academy in Canton, Ohio.

Wright Preparatory Academy is a small public charter school serving EK-8th grade students in Northeast Canton, offering a well-rounded education with college and career readiness, social-emotional learning, and STEM.

The Instructional Aide will assist the Teacher with classroom activities, promote positive student behaviors, and provide oversight to ensure student safety and a positive school climate.

Responsibilities:

• Support lessons taught by the teacher to individual students or groups
• Help plan classroom activities as directed by the Teacher
• Assist with school activities, including parent-faculty nights, faculty meetings, and assemblies
• Perform clerical duties, such as grading papers and making copies
• Assist the Teacher in using classroom technology
• Maintain the cleanliness of the classroom, lunchroom, and other school areas
• Understand and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement
• Other duties as assigned

Performance Expectations:

• Work cooperatively with the Teacher and others
• Act in accordance with directives from the Administrator or designee
• Contribute to a positive climate and culture

Requirements:

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

Benefits:

• Starting hourly rate of $15.50/hour
• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Discounted childcare
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Career advancement opportunities