General Education Instructional Assistant

General Education Instructional Assistant Winooski School District John F Kennedy - Winooski, Vermont Job Details

Job ID:

5781658

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 13, 2026 Job Description

POSITION OBJECTIVES

JFK Elementary is looking for a passionate, positive, and energetic 5th-grade general instructional assistant committed to working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Job Requirements:

"We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination." Associate degree preferred Citizenship, residency, or work VISA in the United States required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Required Qualifications:

Work with 5th-grade students and teachers Support students as directed by the classroom or collaborating teachers. Collaborate with the teachers in devising strategies for reinforcing learning based on an understanding of students, their needs, abilities, and interests. Collaborate with the teachers in organizing the physical environment of the room. Organize instructional materials with support from the teachers. Report any pertinent information or insights gained about students and instruction to the classroom and collaborating teachers. Reinforce classroom and school expectations Substitute for 5th-grade teachers when they are absent. Participate in district and school-specific professional development Provide a nurturing environment for all students through positive acknowledgment and encouragement. Help with testing and record keeping as assigned by the collaborating teachers. Adhere to strict confidentiality. All other duties as assigned by the school principal.

Preferred Attributes:

Understanding the Science of Reading Training and/or experience with EL Education Language Arts Curriculum Training and/or experience with Imagine Math Training and/or experience with Multilingual Learners and implementing inclusion practices Training and/or experience with Special Education inclusion practices Interested in learning more about this opportunity? Please contact the JFK Principal, Sara Raabe. We are passionate about creating a staff that reflects the diversity of the community we serve and a school district where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic self.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$24 to $27 Per Hour