Description
York Academy Regional Charter School is looking for an outstanding Instructional Assistant in the Upper School (7-12). An Instructional Assistant (IA) will assist the classroom teacher with educational, remedial, physical, and social tasks within the classroom.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
York Academy Regional Charter School is looking for an outstanding Instructional Assistant in the Upper School (7-12). An Instructional Assistant (IA) will assist the classroom teacher with educational, remedial, physical, and social tasks within the classroom.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist students with classroom assignments, tests, activities, etc., ensuring students understand assignments given by the teacher.
- Assist in developing and maintaining a positive classroom and school environment.
- Oversee instructional activities as directed by the teacher and monitor results.
- Document and report relevant information regarding student progress, behavioral changes, or physical needs to the teacher as necessary.
- Maintain communication with the classroom teacher.
- Implement recommendations provided by the classroom teacher or specialist for a specific
- Maintain and enforce disciplinary procedures.
- Perform clerical duties such as copy work, computer work, and filing.
- Ensure a safe, clean environment conducive to learning.
- Attend professional development activities as assigned.
- Become familiar with the instructional strategies that are utilized in the International Baccalaureate curriculum.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding the children, their families and other employees.
- Performs other duties assigned by the Teacher/Head of School.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree in Education or Early Childhood Education preferred.
- Must have current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History Record Background Checks.
- First Aid & CPR Certifications preferred.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.
- Possesses strong oral and written communication skills.
- Works independently with little direct supervision.
- Works as part of a team.
- Accepts responsibility and is self-motivated.
- Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school goals.
- Displays effective multi-tasking and time management skills.