Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant

Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington•Wilmington, NC

2d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

GLOW Academy is adding to its Exceptional Children team of six teachers with the addition of a full time Teacher Assistant. We are seeking a professional who is committed to supporting GLOW’s EC students while they are in the general education classroom and pull out setting. The Teacher Assistant position provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on practice in supporting the critical work of the exceptional children’s teacher.

Responsibilities

Work individually and in small groups with EC students to reinforce learning of the materials or skills introduced by the teacher.
Assist teachers in devising special strategies for helping students learn the content being taught and monitoring student performance on such content through data collection and progress monitoring of curriculum content and IEP goals.
Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of all students and offer encouragement to increase self esteem.
Perform various clerical duties as needed, maintain records of student progress; make copies; develop instructional materials.
Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about EC students within the classroom as is expected of all GLOW staff.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence. Participate in development and support of the special education program, especially related to EC students.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher, EC Coordinator or school administration.