Instructional Assistant Kings Academy, Walton

Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted: 5/19/2026

Location: Lewis Cass Junior/Senior High School

District: Lewis Cass Schools Instructional Assistant - Kings Academy

Reports to

Building Principal

Position Summary

An Instructional Assistant supports teachers and staff in helping students who need a non-traditional learning environment succeed academically and behaviorally. In the Kings Academy, this role often includes behavior support, mentoring, and close supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support Assist the students with daily lessons and activities Work with small groups or one-on-one with students Help students stay focused and complete assignments Behavior&Student Support

Monitor student behavior and reinforce expectations Help de-escalate conflicts or disruptive situations Build positive relationships with students who may struggle in traditional settings Supervision

Monitor hallways, lunchrooms, and common areas Ensure student safety and follow school procedures Academic Assistance

Help explain assignments and instructions Support students with basic skills (reading, math, etc.) Track student progress or completion of work Administrative Tasks

Prepare classroom materials Assist with grading or organizing assignments Document behavior or incidents when needed Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or GED Ability to pass a background check Preferred

Associate degree or 60 college credits Passing score on ParaPro Assessment Experience working with youth, especially at-risk students Skills&Traits

Patience and emotional control Strong communication skills Ability to stay calm in stressful situations Consistency and fairness Teamwork with teachers and staff Basic academic support skills Work Environment

Smaller class sizes Students may have behavioral, attendance, or academic challenges More structured and closely supervised environment Greater focus on discipline, accountability, and personal growth Physical Demands

The physical demands described below represent those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Frequency Key:

N = Never | R = Rarely | O = Occasionally | F = Frequently | C = Constantly

Activity

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting&Carrying

Up to 10 lbs

x

11 - 20 lbs

x

21 - 50 lbs

x

51+ lbs

x

Pushing&Pulling

Up to 20 lbs

x

21+ lbs

x

Mobility&Posture

Sitting

x

Standing

x

Walking

x

Bending / Stooping

x

Kneeling / Squatting

x

Climbing / Crawling

x

Reaching (overhead/outward)

x

Twisting / Turning

x

Manual Tasks

Keyboarding / Typing

x

Fine motor skills

x

Handling / Grasping

x

Repetitive hand motion

x

Repetitive foot motion

x

Driving (if applicable)

Operate automatic vehicle

Operate manual vehicle