Anderson Academy Instructional Assistant

Instructional Assistant - Anderson Academy Charter School

Location: Winston-Salem NC on-site

Schedule: 10 month position 1st shift Monday - Friday with some weekend/evening hours depending upon events/program needs

Your Impact: As an Instructional Assistant you wont just be helping out in the classroomyoull be creating opportunities for students to thrive emotionally socially and academically. Youll be the steady support beside a teacher the positive role model students remember and the calm presence that helps learners feel safe seen and a trauma-informed inclusive learning environment your work will help level the playing field and light the way for student success.

Hiring Range : $17.50 - $20.00/hour

Benefits:

• Defined Contribution Benefits Plan including options for:
  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 copay for mental health visits with our health insurance
  • Life Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability plans
  • Critical Illness and Accident coverage options
  • Flexible Spending Plan
• 401k with employer match (up to 6%)
• Ongoing Training

Education/Experience/Licensure:

• Associates or Bachelors Degree (Education or related field preferred).
• Minimum of two (2) years of classroom experience.
• Familiarity with diverse instructional strategies and differentiated learning preferred.
• A relevant combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Competencies:

• To succeed as an Instructional Assistant at Anderson Academy youll bring a strong mix of interpersonal savvy classroom support skills and a passion for education. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written to engage effectively with students and staff
• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks prep materials and support instruction
• Creativity and adaptability in responding to diverse learning needs and classroom dynamics
• Classroom management support to help maintain structure and student engagement
• Tech proficiency with tools like Google Classroom Microsoft Teams and LMS platforms
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity to support students from varied backgrounds and life experiences
• Teamwork and collaboration to work seamlessly with teachers and school staff
• Problem-solving skills to assist in finding effective solutions to student challenges
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
• Trauma-informed mindset with the ability to apply equity and justice principles daily
• Self-motivation and initiative to actively contribute to a mission-driven school
• Flexibility and discretion in managing sensitive situations and adapting to change
• Individualized student support and small group instruction experience
• Positive energy creativity and a great sense of humor (yes laughter is welcome here!)
• Ability to stay calm and confident in crisis situations
• Valid Drivers License required

Job Duties:

• Provide small group instruction based on teacher-developed lesson plans
• Support and engage students from diverse backgrounds and with unique learning needs
• Create a positive encouraging and trauma-informed classroom environment
• Help maintain accurate student records attendance and performance tracking
• Support teachers with instructional planning and content delivery
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure consistency and continuity in learning
• Assist with school events extracurriculars and special projects
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Uphold school policies regulations and classroom standards
• Take initiativeand dont be afraid to learn from mistakes along the way!
• May occasionally be assigned other short-term tasks related to the job and appropriate to skills and training

Note: This job ad is a summary of the position and its requirements. For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications please refer to the detailed job description which can be sent to you upon request.

Required Experience:

Junior IC