Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cityscape Schools
Job overview
The Instructional Assistant supports certified teachers by providing instructional help to students in small groups or individually, enhancing learning and classroom management.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting with instructional materials, reinforcing lessons, monitoring student behavior, preparing and grading assignments, performing clerical tasks, and supporting student development and safety.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a minimum of 30 college credit hours or an Associate's Degree preferred, experience working with youth, instructional experience, and knowledge of educational principles, laws, and classroom procedures.
Work environment and culture
The culture emphasizes a supportive, diverse, and inclusive educational environment aligned with Cityscape Schools' mission and values.
Company information
Cityscape Schools is an educational institution focused on serving diverse student populations with a commitment to effective teaching and learning.
Job location and travel
The job is based in school settings including classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas, requiring physical activity and interaction with students.
Unique job features
The position requires use of various instructional and office equipment and involves direct interaction with students, including those with special needs and diverse backgrounds.
Company overview
Cityscape Schools is a charter school network based in Dallas, Texas, dedicated to providing high-quality education to underserved communities. They operate multiple campuses, focusing on a holistic approach that integrates academic rigor with social-emotional learning. The organization generates revenue primarily through public funding allocated for charter schools, supplemented by grants and donations. Founded in 2006, Cityscape Schools has grown steadily, emphasizing community engagement and innovative teaching methods to ensure student success.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience assisting certified teachers and working directly with individuals or small groups of students, highlighting any instructional support you have provided in subjects like reading, writing, math, and social studies.
Highlight your ability to prepare instructional materials, perform clerical duties such as record keeping, grading, and operating office equipment, and your experience managing student behavior and supporting classroom activities.
Apply through multiple channels including Cityscape Schools' official website and LinkedIn, ensuring your application is visible across key platforms where the job is posted.
Connect with current Instructional Assistants or staff in the education department at Cityscape Schools on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing their recent school events, asking about the team culture, or expressing enthusiasm for Cityscape’s mission and student-focused approach.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'instructional support,' 'student behavior management,' 'clerical duties,' 'instructional materials preparation,' and 'effective communication with diverse populations.'
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