Instructional Assistant Middle School

Oxford Preparatory Academys (Oxford Prep) vision is to create a center for higher learning where students from transitional kindergarten to eighth grade are prepared to pursue university level academic studies as well as gain skills to be successful in the global community of the 21st century. Our students do not just meet but exceed grade level expectations and become critical thinkers as they engage with dynamic teaching that makes them self-motivated competent and lifelong learners.

Part-time schedule (about 29.5 hours/week).Schedule: Mon-Thu 8:15 am - 3:00 pm; Fri 8:15 am - 12:30 pmUnder the supervision of the Chancellor and Director of Student Services and Accountability and as directed by a certificated employee the Instructional Assistant assists a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in an assigned classroom; assists in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans; provides routine clerical support and perform related work as DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises; Tutors individuals and small groups of students reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitors and oversees student drills practices and assignments in various subjects; confers with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; assists with the implementation of lesson plans; Monitors and assists students after instruction has been given by the teacher; Oversees and supervises students during classroom activities recess periods and field trips; Reads to students explains words and meanings re-phrases materials and provides similar learning examples; May assist in the administration of score tests and compute and record grades; Maintains student records and files; Confers with teacher about program and student needs; Observes and controls behavior of students in the classroom lunch areas playground or other learning environments according to approved procedures; monitors students during outdoor activities as directed; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior; Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavioral strategies; Prepares teaching materials and learn