Fourth Grade Substitute Assistant Teacher

Great Hearts Academies • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Substitute Teaching Assistant at Great Hearts supports the lead teacher in implementing a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. The assistant functions as a second teacher in the classroom but does not carry the full responsibility for planning, grading or evaluation, and parent communications. The role is based at the Academy and reports to the Headmaster.

The position is hourly and non-exempt, with compensation of $17.00 per hour. A bachelor's degree is preferred; some college coursework and/or an associate degree is required. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Local travel may be needed for training and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Some college coursework and/or an associate degree is required.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
• Must be able to maintain a stationary position, standing or sitting, for 25% of the time.
• May occasionally need to move around the classroom and position oneself at student desk level.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and support the school's philosophy, policies, procedures, and other information in the Faculty Handbook and current Family Handbook.
• Work with classroom and lead teachers as assigned, recognizing that support duties may take place in other classrooms.
• Provide reasonable assistance to students who need individual help, help students make up work after approved absences, and support students who find content and lessons challenging.
• Share ideas and insights with the classroom teacher and grade-level staff to support improvement and learning.
• Support and enforce school dress and behavior codes, and make reasonable efforts to promote orderly student behavior at school, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities.
• Keep accurate records and make reports as required by the classroom teacher and Headmaster.
• Attend Open Houses, special school events, and designated All Faculty Meetings as needed.
• Substitute for absent teachers when necessary.
• Accept and faithfully carry out monitoring and duty assignments.
• Participate in faculty development on half-days.
• Assist with upkeep of buildings and grounds as requested by the Headmaster.
• Keep the workplace and classrooms neat and orderly, and use school equipment carefully.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including the Academy Crisis Plan, to help ensure student safety and security on campus.
• Participate in regular annual performance evaluations with the classroom teacher and Headmaster when required, and accept advice and recommendations to improve instruction.
• Continue professional growth through graduate courses and/or seminars and workshops related to the profession; pursue excellence in teaching and develop knowledge of the great ideas and works of Western Civilization.
• Promote the mission and goals of Archway Classical Academy to the greater community.
• Attend Great Hearts professional development opportunities, including New Faculty Orientation and The Summit, when required.

What This Job Offers

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