Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional) 2025-2026

Description

The Museum School of Avondale Estates seeks skilled and passionate professionals to serve in the role of Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional) for the 2025-2026 school year. The Instructional Assistant will work closely with classroom teachers and staff to provide assistance with classroom organization, management, and instructional strategies. Additionally, the teacher must be able to promote a classroom environment that recognizes and appreciates diversity. To learn more about our work around equity, diversity, and inclusion, please visit https://themuseumschool.org/welcome/our-community/ .

• Assisting teachers and students by working with students individually or in small groups, reinforcing instruction while attending to student’s learning styles and academic level
• Assisting with classroom management and classroom organization
• Proctoring during assessments, including but not limited to Milestones and MAP administration
• Acting as a substitute in the teacher’s absence
• Assisting administrators and other staff members in the supervision of students during arrival, dismissal, and lunch
• Assisting teachers and other staff members with the supervision of students during learning expeditions
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Certified or certifiable Georgia Paraprofessional

Preferences

• Bachelor's Degree
• Two (2) years of experience with children
• Experience working with a diverse student population

Compensation/Benefits

• Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

The mission of The Museum School of Avondale Estates is to inspire students, teachers, and the community to collaborate to develop strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and academic skills in our students, which will prepare them for real-world success. The museum-school model is a unique approach to learning.