Classroom Assistant (6-8)

GEO ACADEMIES LOUISIANA • Baker, LA

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About The Position

The Classroom Assistant supports the Lead Classroom Teacher and students in an online learning and small-group tutoring environment. The role involves supporting classroom protocols and positive student culture, helping students achieve academic success, maintaining high behavioral expectations, and using student data to guide support. The assistant may fill in as the teacher when the Lead Teacher is absent, when asked. The position is full-time for 10 months and reports to the Principal.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Three years’ experience working with children in an urban setting.
• At least 9 hours concentrated in Math, ELA, or Reading.
• Experience or familiarity with blended learning.
• Experience or familiarity with online learning or coursework.

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 protocol.
• 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 utilize multiple sets of data to best support student progress.
• Perform targeted individual assistance and small group tutoring.
• Assist with the creation of individual learning plans for each student enrolled.
• Maintain frequent communication with students and their support network regarding academic progress.
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators.
• Participate in staff development opportunities and all required staff meetings.
• Ensure the security of computer equipment and accessories.
• Perform other duties deemed appropriate by the Lead Classroom Teacher and Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree