Kindergarten Instructional Assistant (2026-2027) - Overdale Elementary

Join us for the 2026-2027 school year!Overdale Elementary is looking for dynamic, caring indiviudal to work in one of our kindergarten classrooms.The primary role of this position is to assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups and monitoring and reporting student progress.We are seeking applicants with the following qualifications:Strong communication skills and the ability to relate to studentsThe belief that all kids can learn at high levelsA positive attitude and a tremendous work ethicDedicated to the professionPosition DetailsHours: 6.25 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch)Contract Length: 183 days per year170 student instructional days4 holidays7 planning days2 extended daysContract Adjustments: Contracted days will be prorated based on the start dateEmployment Status: Full-time with benefitsEmployment Type: 10-month employee on the classified pay scheduleQualifications & RequirementsEducation: Must meet one of the following:48 college semester hoursAn Associate's Degree ORHigh school diploma plus a passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment Exam.Documentation: Candidates must provide proof of educational requirements to HR upon recommendation for hire.Compensation & Experience CreditSalary for the 2026-2027 school year will be based on Board approved salary schedule.2025-2026 Pay Scale* Starting Pay (Step 0): $15.98/hour* Experienced Pay (Step 10): $19.67/hourWe value experience! Previous experience working with students, intervention systems, and small-group instruction is strongly desired.New hires may bring up to 10 years of comparable, full-time, verified experience.* The hired applicant is responsible for submitting the BCPS Verification of Experience Form to prior employers for completion and return to HR.Payroll Note: While this is an hourly position, the salary is distributed via a year-long contract over 10 months. You will receive 4 paychecks at the end of June.