Instructional Assistant - New Castle, Delaware

Step into a rewarding contract role supporting early learners as a Preschool Paraprofessional in a vibrant educational setting near New Castle, DE. Engage with preschool-aged children in classrooms designed for specialized behavioral support, where your dedication and insight can make a pivotal impact each day.

You will work onsite in a collaborative environment, providing key support to educators and students. Your consistent presence and skilled behavior management will help guide children toward their fullest potential, especially those with individualized education and behavior support plans.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Delaware Paraeducator Permit required (cannot be pending—submit confirmation or screenshot from the DEEDS portal with your application).
• Experience as a paraprofessional in school settings, particularly with preschool or early childhood classrooms.
• Confidence in managing and redirecting challenging behaviors such as tantrums, aggression, and elopement.
• Skilled at following and implementing individualized behavior and education plans.
• Willingness to complete $85 CBC fingerprinting (confirmation needed prior to submission).
• If you hold an RBT, understand that all BCBA supervision must be arranged independently and outside school hours.

Role Highlights:

• Support classrooms with up to nine students, all with IEPs and BSPs.
• Collaborate with special education teams to promote a safe, encouraging environment.
• Deliver daily behavioral interventions and classroom assistance.
• Maintain steady communication with teachers to optimize student outcomes.

Details:

• Full-time contract, weekdays, 35 hours/week with a 30-minute unpaid lunch.
• Positions available in two early childhood classrooms specializing in behavioral support.

If you’re driven to make a lasting impact and meet the outlined requirements, don’t miss this opportunity to shape the foundation of young learners’ growth. Elevate your career by applying today!