What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant - General position at PELHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
Join our team as an Instructional Assistant at Pelham Elementary School!
Home to more than 1,600 students, the Pelham School District is composed of Pelham Elementary School serving preschool through grade 5, Pelham Memorial School serving students in grades 6 through 8, and Pelham High School serving students in grades 9 through 12. In Pelham we provide a supportive learning environment as well as a wide variety of extracurricular clubs, activities, and sports. Our students, teams, and schools are all #pelhamproud! Supported by administrative and professional teams, successful candidates will help us reach our goals: to help all students know they belong, improve students’ academic performance, and make Pelham one of the best places to work through an excellent workplace culture.
About the Position:
Under the supervision of certified educators, the Kindergarten Assistant supports classroom teachers in creating a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for kindergarten students. Responsibilities may include:
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Supporting students during classroom instruction, centers, and small-group activities
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Reinforcing teacher directions, classroom routines, and positive behavior expectations
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Assisting students with transitions, arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and other daily routines
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Providing individual or small-group support as directed by the classroom teacher
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Helping prepare, organize, and maintain classroom materials and learning spaces
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Encouraging student independence, social-emotional development, and positive peer interactions
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Supervising students and supporting student safety throughout the school day
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Collaborating with classroom teachers and other staff to meet student needs
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Maintaining student confidentiality and following all school and district procedures
The Kindergarten Assistant should demonstrate patience, flexibility, dependability, and a positive, student-centered approach.
Qualifications:
High Diploma required. Associate's degree or higher preferred. Previous experience working within Education preferred but not required.
What We Offer:
This position is a full-time, non-exempt position working 182 days per year, 6.5 hours a day. It is covered under our Pelham Educational Support Personnel (PESPA) collective bargaining agreement. Pay, benefits, and additional associate benefits are in accordance with our collective bargaining agreement, which can be found on our website under Department of Human Resources.
Selection Process:
Our interview process is designed for you to learn about our District and why Pelham is a great place to work! Our selection process typically includes an initial phone interview, followed by an in-person interview with school administration and the Superintendent of Schools. The final step in the hiring process is nomination by the School Board.