Educational Assistant

EAGLE College Prep Schools•Phoenix, AZ

17h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Principal and Lead Teacher, the Educational Assistant will support the academic success and character development of all scholars in the assigned classroom and/or grade level. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to develop individual teaching and classroom management skills. Essential Responsibilities Support a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential Provide assistance in lesson preparation (making copies, gathering materials, passing out supplies, etc.) Assist teacher in achieving the highest outcomes for students and actively engaging in the planning process Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, and student achievement data Set and hold scholars accountable to extremely high academic and school-wide behavioral standards Implement lessons, assessments, and character education as designed by the lead teacher Support students through one-on-one tutoring or small group instruction, implementing remediation or acceleration with guidance from the lead teacher Assist teacher in maintaining on-task behavior in the classroom by consistently complimenting, checking for understanding and refocusing students Support students on educational technology – helping with log in and computer usage, reinforcing procedures, answering questions and monitoring student activity Monitor students during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other key transitions throughout the day Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities Perform other duties as requested or required Competencies Serving Leader Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions Collaborative Relationships Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities Resource Management Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc. Forming Character Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development Academic Excellence Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potential Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree, 60 college credit hours or paraprofessional exam completion
Experience working with youth and families in low-income urban communities
Proficient with technology
Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to EAGLE’s mission of Ensuring Academic Greatness with a Loving Emphasis
Proactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstacles
Strong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Commitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every child
Driven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent education
Open to feedback and committed to continuously improving

Nice To Haves

At least one year of teacher experience is a plus
Valid teaching credential or willingness to attain one preferred

Responsibilities

Support a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment
Provide assistance in lesson preparation
Assist teacher in achieving the highest outcomes for students
Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actions
Maintain accurate and complete records
Set and hold scholars accountable to extremely high academic and school-wide behavioral standards
Implement lessons, assessments, and character education as designed by the lead teacher
Support students through one-on-one tutoring or small group instruction
Assist teacher in maintaining on-task behavior in the classroom
Support students on educational technology
Monitor students during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other key transitions throughout the day
Recognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development
Build rapport with scholars, parents, and families
Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities
Perform other duties as requested or required
Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions
Assume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectations
Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment
Set measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycle
Evaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments