Elementary Educational Assistant (2026-27)

Milwaukee Rescue Mission•Milwaukee, WI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s Cross Trainers Academy (CTA) is a K4-12th grade Christian Academy in the heart of Milwaukee, serving students and families who are searching for a strong academic learning experience in a gospel-centered environment. As a Choice School, CTA is committed to offering a comprehensive, student-centered educational experience that serves the whole student. Cross Trainers Academy is seeking a full-time Elementary Educational Assistant (EA) for the 2026-27 school year. Under the direction of the teaching staff, the assistant will supervise and assist students in classrooms, halls, cafeteria, gymnasium, during recess, and on field trips. The EA complements the work of the teacher in maintaining a safe and joyful classroom culture through normalizing error, maintaining adult authority, engaging students in differentiated learning, inspiring and celebrating growth, supporting students to reach established goals with excellence, guide students to peacefully interact with peers and adults, and maintain established routines.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
Competent in the following platforms: Word, Excel, Outlook, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, PowerSchool
Ability to work effectively with diverse families and students
Exceptional analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Good communication skills with students, parents and staff
A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian church environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive
Must be able to handle physical workload – ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, walking, stair climbing, kneeling, squatting, crouching, reaching, handling and gripping without difficulty, repetitive movement of both hands and arms, as well as occasional lifting or moving items with a maximum weight of 35lbs a short distance (ex: floor to shelf or cart), and pushing or pulling heavier items with the use of a cart or dolly
Be in agreement with and subscribe to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Biblical Convictions
Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Previous classroom experience preferred
Ability to mentor students on a social-emotional level and tutor students in academic areas preferred

Responsibilities

Supervision and mentoring to elementary school students, assisting with daily tasks and ongoing development
Present subject matter to students in small groups or one-on-one under the direction and guidance of the supervising teacher
Assist teachers in planning, scheduling, and implementing daily program activities appropriate to the developmental level of the assigned students
Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress according to teacher direction
Inform teacher/principal of any concerns regarding a student’s learning, social interaction or physical function
Support school culture (physical and relational), including leading students in the proper care of curriculum materials, furniture, and property
Consistently and kindly enforce schools rules to support consequences in accordance with established school-wide practices/programs
Participate in staff meetings, continuing education and in-service programs
Attend specials classes (Art, PE, Music) with the students during the teacher planning period