English Learners (EL) Instructional Aide – Summer 2026

Columbia, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title

Instructional Aide Elementary (K-5^th) Summer 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

PURPOSE

This position is to assist EL and classroom teachers in providing appropriate education for students who are learning English as a second language. This person reinforces educational concepts and skills assists with students acclimation to a new environment and culture and implements lesson plans as needed. The instructional aide should be able to assist with discipline intervention plans and assist with the planning process for instructional and academic goals. Ability to work with students in middle school and high school core content and elective classes is a must.

This position is supported by federal funds and may not be renewed following the conclusion of the school year. This IA position will be placed in the English Learners program in a CPS secondary school but it could be reassigned based on student need at any grade level in CPS.

Note: All duties described in this job description are intended to be fulfilled either in online or in-person classes or a combination of both as determined by student and district needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum: Missouri substitute teaching certificate; 36 college credit hours or Associates degree or 20-hour DESE sub course. Prior experience in a school setting and/or working with young people.

Preferred: Bachelors degree Missouri teaching certificate previous teaching experience ability to work in a team teaching setting; A strong desire to teach and be responsible for instructing children as working with students Pre-K through Kindergarten and experience with classroom management.

Ideal candidate will have a professional friendly demeanor is flexible and demonstrates the ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices regulations and values visit .

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language: Read comprehend and produce written and oral instructions correspondence and memos; Communicate one-on-one and in small groups

Computation: Add subtract multiply and divide using units of American money weight volume and distance.

Reasoning: Understand and follow verbal and written instructions Solve problems involving concrete variables within standardized situations

Other Skills: Establish and maintain positive relationships with others while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries; Demonstrate excellent oral verbal and interpersonal communication skills; Demonstrate excellent listening skills

Physical Demands: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously; Move around a classroom to interact with and manage students/groups of students; Read handwritten or printed material

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Conditions and Environment: The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active.

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

(Using a computer is suggested to complete application. Phones are not always compatible.)POSITION PROPERTIESPosition TitleInstructional Aide Elementary (K-5th) Summer 2026POSITION SUMMARY: PURPOSEThis position is to assist EL and classroom teachers in providing appropriate education for students w...