Instructional Assistant

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT Millboro Elementary School Beginning Jan 2026

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Hold at least a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)

Demonstrate basic reading, writing and computation skills.

Have previous experience with groups of children.

Have good physical and emotional health. REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Classroom Teacher

JOB GOAL: To assist the classroom teacher by performing tasks which are assigned and directed by the teacher. The tasks must not infringe upon the responsibilities reserved for certified teachers. It is vital that both the teacher and aide fully understand the limitations as well as the tasks of the aide

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

To assist teachers with instructional activities such as:

Reading to children

Assisting children in library

Writing the dictation given by young children

Helping children locate and use materials

Encouraging safety habits in work and play

Assisting children to understand and follow directions and rules

Encouraging children to work independently

Listening to children

Assist small groups of children in various subject areas under the supervision of the classroom teacher

Reinforce skills taught by the classroom teacher to small and large groups

Help children individually with special assignments and academic problems

Enrich classroom activities through the use of personal experiences, interests and talents

Other instructional activities during assigned working hours

To assist teachers with routine tasks such as:

Recording attendance and other information

Collecting money

Preparing the classroom for instruction

Gathering resource and supplementary materials

Setting up and operating audiovisual equipment

Preparing instructional materials

Other routine tasks during assigned working hours

To assist teachers on occasions such as:

Fire drills

Field trips during the assigned working hours

Activities for parents during the assigned working hours

Other occasions during the assigned working hours

To perform other duties as assigned by the principal and/or classroom teacher.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten months. Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of classified personnel.