Instructional Assistant at SOAR Elementary School in Denver, CO

SOAR Instructional Assistant

2026-2027 School Year, Starts immediately

SOAR is committed to providing excellent educational opportunities to students in Far Northeast Denver. SOAR offers a holistic approach to education that implements rigorous academic instruction in conjunction with an active classroom.

SOAR Vision: SOAR students create full and meaningful lives, enrich our democracy, and create a more just society.

Purpose statement

In daily practice, Instructional Assistants (IA’s) work alongside teachers and administrators. Our IA’s provide instruction to small groups in the areas of literacy and math. In addition, IA’s assist with the supervision of students during emergency protocols, school events, lunch/recess and/or fieldwork as well as perform clerical duties.

Essential responsibilities

• Follows the daily schedule as prescribed; adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes
• Supervise individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, lunchroom, arrival/dismissal, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Follows the daily schedule as prescribed; adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes
• Supervise individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (e.g. classroom, playground, field trips, lunchroom, arrival/dismissal, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Helping with classroom setup (arranging, setting up table tools, moving desks/chairs).
• Supervises students during transitions through the school building, outside of the school building and into other buildings on campus.
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning initially introduced by the classroom teacher;
• Assists the teacher in preparing materials for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, laminating, collating, distributing and/or grouping materials to support instructional activities planned by the teacher.
• Administers student assessments;
• Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning initially introduced by the classroom teacher;
• Participates wholeheartedly in professional development and team meetings/collaborations;
• Guides independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up and assigned by the classroom teacher;
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma OR equivalency.
• Ability to continuously adapt to an ever changing environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, or move up to [25–50] pounds (e.g., instructional materials, adaptive equipment, assisting students).
• Experience as a an instructional aide supporting a teacher or multiple teachers.
• Other relevant experience working with elementary aged students in a structured setting may be considered.
• Associates degree OR a passing grade on the Work Keys test.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
• A diverse, joyful student community
• Commitment to staff wellness and professional growth
• Supportive instructional leadership and coaching
• The opportunity to shape strong academic identities at a critical stage of development
• Higher pay and better benefits than Denver Public Schools and neighboring districts.
• Teachers in our community receive a twice-yearly bonus in recognition of their commitment to serving a school community with significant needs and tremendous strengths.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,000.00 - $5,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person