Instructional Assistant - Newark, Delaware

Take on a key support role as a floater paraprofessional across multiple school sites in the Wilmington, DE area. Your adaptability and passion for working with students from diverse elementary, middle, and high school backgrounds will be highly valued in this contract position, which runs through June 8, 2027. This is a great opportunity for those seeking a consistent, full-time schedule while making a genuine difference in educational settings.

What You Bring:

• Valid Delaware Paraeducator Permit is required for consideration (no pending applications).
• Flexibility to provide paraprofessional support at various school locations as assigned.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills with students, staff, and administrators.
• Demonstrated reliability and eagerness to work full-time hours; willingness to cover shifts across M-F schedule.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and varied caseloads.
• Commitment to professional standards, confidentiality, and positive engagement in school communities.
• Candidates must agree to complete state-required $85 CBC fingerprinting.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide direct instructional and behavioral support to students throughout assigned schools.
• Step into various classrooms and settings as a floater, ensuring continuity of care.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to adapt to student needs and maintain a safe, supportive environment.
• Assist in implementing individualized education and behavioral plans.
• Maintain documentation and communication related to daily assignments.
• Uphold all district and agency requirements for attendance, schedule flexibility, and professionalism.

Perks of This Role:

• Guaranteed 30 hours per week pay whenever school is in session, with additional opportunities for more shifts.
• Consistent Monday through Friday daytime schedule across the school year.
• Exposure to a range of educational environments and student needs, building valuable experience.

Are you ready to provide much-needed flexibility and support to local schools? Submit your resume and valid DE Paraeducator Permit today to make an impact as a floater paraprofessional!