Description
Portage Leadership Academy, part of ACCEL Schools, is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students in grades K-5 with a unique leadership-first philosophy. The Instructional Aide will assist teachers with classroom activities, promote positive student behaviors, and ensure student safety.
Responsibilities:
- Support lessons taught by teachers to individual students or groups
- Help plan classroom activities and support teachers in student and parent relations
- Assist with school activities, such as parent-faculty nights and assemblies
- Perform clerical duties, including grading papers and making copies
- Assist teachers with classroom technology and maintain classroom cleanliness
- Understand and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement
Performance Expectations:
- Work cooperatively with teachers and others
- Act in accordance with directives from administrators and teachers
- Contribute to a positive school 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 and work well under pressure
- High-quality written and verbal communication skills
- Physical ability to lift 25-40 lbs.
Benefits:
- Starting hourly rate of $15.50/hour
- Paid time off
- Retirement contributions
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career advancement opportunities
- Optional life and disability insurance
- Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
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