Classroom Assistant

GEO Prep Mid-City•Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

GEO Prep Mid-City, Inc. is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Its dedicated faculty and staff provide an outstanding education as students progress from elementary through middle school, with preparation for high school and college. The school uses a Core Knowledge curriculum in K–8 and a blended learning model from elementary school through high school, and is a TAP school. The Classroom Assistant works collaboratively with the Lead Classroom Teacher to support student learning, classroom routines, academic progress, and positive student culture. The role includes tutoring, helping develop individual learning plans, communicating with students and their support networks, participating in staff development and meetings, and maintaining the security of computer equipment. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting to the Principal.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher.
Minimum GPA of 3.0.
Desire to grow professionally.
Commitment to the mission and organizational goals of GEO Academies.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively and harmoniously with the Lead Classroom Teacher.
Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from the Lead Teacher and Administrative Team.
Support established classroom rules and protocols.
Fill in as Teacher when the Lead Teacher is absent, when asked.
Motivate and support students in reaching high levels of academic success.
Create a positive student culture around online learning and small-group tutoring.
Maintain high behavioral expectations for all students.
Interpret, manage, and use multiple sets of data to best support student progress.
Provide targeted individual assistance and small-group tutoring.
Assist with creating individual learning plans for each enrolled student.
Maintain frequent communication with students and their support networks regarding academic progress.
Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators.
Participate in staff development opportunities.
Participate in all required staff meetings.
Ensure the security of computer equipment and accessories.
Perform other duties deemed appropriate by the Lead Classroom Teacher and Principal.