Archdiocese of Baltimore·Baltimore, Maryland
The Instructional Assistant supports teachers by facilitating instructional activities, grading assignments, and preparing classroom materials. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, nurturing, and productive learning environment for students through active supervision and classroom management.
Archbishop Borders School, located in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a full-time Instructional Assistant, Elementary School.
The Instructional Assistant provides support to teachers in the classroom to help create a productive and engaging learning environment for students.
Responsibilities may include assisting with instructional activities, grading assignments, preparing classroom materials, and providing one-on-one or small-group support to students who may need additional assistance.
As a member of the school community, the Instructional Assistant works collaboratively with teachers and staff to support students' academic, social, and emotional growth while contributing to a positive and nurturing learning environment.
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Essential Functions
Cultivate a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
Prepare age-appropriate materials.
Help organize and prepare resources for students.
Help in integrating technology to effectively create a 21st-century learning environments within the classroom (ISTE Standards).
Collaborating with other teachers, staff, students, and parents to support student progress.
Responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management.
Participate in all faculty meetings, retreats, school committees and in-service learning opportunities.
Communicate professionally and in a timely manner with parents.
Position Qualifications
Degree in Elementary Education and/or 90-hour childcare certification preferred.
Experience in a Catholic School setting preferred.
Must be an active practicing Catholic.
Pay Range: $17-18, Hourly
https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/
Candidates should possess a degree in Elementary Education or a 90-hour childcare certification. Additionally, the role requires the applicant to be an active practicing Catholic with experience in a Catholic school setting preferred.
Market context
In Maryland, teaching assistant roles are often driven by school staffing needs and support for students with disabilities, so openings can appear throughout the year. Competition can be tighter for candidates who already meet the education threshold and can show strong verbal and interpersonal skills; this role also includes benefits such as health, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Before applying, confirm your diploma or GED plus associate degree or 48 college credits, and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.
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