Instructional Assistant

Instructional Assistant

A full-time, competitively paid position at a first-rate college preparatory school for boys.

Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia seeks an Instructional Assistant to support students who receive special education services academically and behaviorally so that they may achieve the school’s mission: success in college and beyond. The assistant will work with individual students or small groups of students receiving special education services to support students in achieving the goals of their individualized education program as well as success inside and outside of the classroom. More specifically, the assistant will provide support to the instructional program by assisting with the supervision, care, and instruction of students in the general and special education settings; supporting the implementation of plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to parents, teachers, and other school stakeholders as needed and appropriate. The assistant will work under the direction of a certified teacher, collaborate with the Specialized Services Department, including special education case managers and teachers, and report to the Director of Specialized Services.

The assistant will perform the following duties:

• Assist special education and general education teachers with daily classroom operations as requested.
• Alert special education or general education teachers and other members of the faculty and staff to the needs of individual students.
• Work with individual or small groups of students to review material and provide academic and behavioral intervention.
• Support individual students with following their daily schedule; transitioning between classes and otherwise on the school’s campus; preparing for class; engaging in learning during class; submitting assignments; and interacting with students, faculty, and staff.
• Follow through with prescribed behavioral management programs.
• Help maintain individual records for each student as required.
• Support a classroom environment that is welcoming, academic, joyful, and safe.
• Enforce the student code of conduct and serve as a culture keeper of the Boys’ Latin mission.
• Support students during extra- and co-curricular programming as part of the school’s award-winning Leadership Academy.

The assistant will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Unwavering commitment to the school’s mission of preparing boys for success in college and beyond.
• Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional to drive results among students.
• Willingness to be flexible and go above and beyond to meet the needs of all students.
• Ability to cultivate strong relationships with all members of the school community, including students, parents, faculty and staff members, administrators, and external partners.
• An Associate’s degree or evidence of completion of at least two years of postsecondary study.

The Boys’ Latin Way

Founded in 2007, Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia is a college preparatory school across two campuses educating boys in grades 6-12.   The mission of Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia is to prepare boys for success in college and beyond.  Every member of the Boys' Latin community stands as a vital part of the village that nurtures our young men's individual and collective success toward this mission. We believe that "scientia potentia est" - knowledge is power - and that education is the pathway to freedom, justice, and joy. Through rigorous college-preparatory coursework and experiences rooted in a classical liberal arts education, scholars develop the academic and leadership skills needed to excel. At graduation, our Warriors emerge as architects of their futures, grounded in the core values of Scholarship, Integrity, and Brotherhood, upheld by the pillars that support these values.

Our Mission

We prepare boys for success in college and beyond, using as our foundation a classical Latin education, the positive influence of brotherhood, and rich relationships.  We are a community that values and cultivates critical thinking, personal responsibility, emotional intelligence, and character development.

Our mission is revolutionary—college is not just an option but our primary mission and vision for all our students, regardless of their backgrounds.

Adult Principles

At Boys’ Latin, the responsibilities of every employee are guided by a set of core Adult Principles that define our culture:

1. Mission and Achievement for All (MAA): We are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring that every student is on a path to and through college.
2. Boys’ Latin United (BLU): Across our two campuses, we maintain a unified vision, set of practices, and professional norms that promote collective success.
3. Equity and Justice (EJ): We are individually and collectively responsible for actively working to identify and address inequities, fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse voices and advocates for all.
4. Prepare to Perform (P2P): Excellence is intentional—we prioritize preparation, planning, and continuous learning to achieve high performance.
5. Reflection and Improvement (R&I): Through data-driven reflection, regular feedback, and a growth mindset, we are committed to continuous improvement..
6. Professionalism On and Off Stage (POS): We uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions.
7. Enthusiasm and Excitement (E²): Our passion for education is evident in our energy, gratitude, and celebration of successes—big and small.
8. Customer Service from the Heart (CSH): We build authentic relationships grounded in empathy, understanding, and genuine care for our students, families, and colleagues.

Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the school to not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, age, gender, height, weight, disability, religion, marital status, or sexual orientation in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.