Classroom volunteer vs instructional assistant

Differences between classroom volunteer and instructional assistant duties and responsibilities

Classroom volunteer example responsibilities.

• Lead chemistry recitations, prepare lessons, and coordinate student problem solving sessions.
• Work with kindergarten children on reading abilities and basic mathematics
• Work in the pre-K classroom.
• Volunteer for an after school ESL program in a local public elementary school.
• Work with an ESL teacher to tutor small groups of students of a variety of ages in the English language
• Apply knowledge from developmental psychology coursework to promote maturation of mathematics and writing skills by tutoring students one-on-one.
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Instructional assistant example responsibilities.

• Assist teachers in the classroom environment for Pre-K-6 students with class materials, photocopying, correcting papers, clerical duties etc.
• Substitute for Pre-K through 5th grade.
• Assist lead teacher in a certify Montessori program.
• Assist students in grades from kindergarten to high school.
• Administer tests to determine if student continues in ESOL program.
• Provide training skills to students to administer CPR safely and accurately.
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