Text BCS IA to 225-592-1700 if you are interested in being and Instructional Assistant for Birmingham City Schools.

Instructional Aides, or Teacher Assistants, work under the direction of the classroom teacher to provide extra support to students with literacy needs, promoting maximum academic and personal growth. They are also known as paraprofessionals, aides, one-to-one aides, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional reinforcement for individual students or small groups of students
• Assist teacher with classroom management and general supervision of the class
• Assist with administrative duties such as setting up equipment and preparing materials
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, schoolyard, specials, hallways, on field trips, and/or during before and after school programs

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Must be willing to work when kids are in school (5-days per week most weeks)
• Must be able to work full school days
• Check Birmingham City, AL Schools website for specific info on calendar and bell schedules: https://www.bhamcityschools.org/
• High School Diploma or GED
• ABI/FBI Criminal History Clearance
• Cleared TB Test

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• Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications
• Conduct interviews and background checks
• Manage our recruitment and hiring processes
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

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About ESS

ESS specializes in placing qualified K-12 personnel in daily, long-term, and permanent school district positions, including substitute teachers, aides, and other school support staff. With more than 900 school district partners across the country, ESS supports the education of more than 5.5 million students daily. Since 2000, we have helped improve student achievement by providing innovative solutions to school districts and professional opportunities to passionate educators. Our employees enjoy benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more about joining a team that makes a difference, every day.

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ESS continuously works to create an environment where all its employees - regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, age, or abilities - can work to the fullest of their potential in a fair and welcoming space. Believing that a diverse company is more innovative and successful, we have embraced diversity to ensure that we are empowered to ensure that “Every Day Counts” for our employees, the students, and the schools we serve nationwide.

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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