Kindergarten Co-Teacher - IDEA La Joya Academy (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•La Joya, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA Early Childhood Co-Teachers support Tier 1 instruction in Prekindergarten through Grade 2 and provide targeted intervention under the direction of the lead teacher. They facilitate small-group learning, provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support, and help create joyful, engaging learning environments. Working closely with lead teachers, Co-Teachers help students access the support they need to master learning goals and develop a love of learning. This is a grant-funded position supported by Title I Part A funds. The employee will work 100% on activities allowable under the grant, and the role has no guarantee of ongoing, indefinite employment; funding may be extended. The position pays $15.51 to $21.33 per hour based on experience, with hourly earnings paid over 12 months. Staff spend a minimum of 40 or more hours per week at school. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on student needs. IDEA Public Schools is a network of tuition-free Pre-K–12 public charter schools. The organization states that it serves nearly 80,000 students in 137 schools across Texas, Florida, and Ohio and is committed to helping students get to and through college.

Requirements

At least 48 college credit hours or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
At least one year of experience working with children in a classroom or volunteer setting.
Basic knowledge of early childhood development and instructional practices.
Ability to support whole-group, small-group, and individual learning with young learners.
Ability to adapt to diverse learner needs.
Ability to give clear directions, engage students, and respond to student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to varied situations in the school environment.
Commitment to the organization’s mission and to supporting students’ college readiness.
Willingness to be accountable for outcomes, take action, work with urgency, respond to feedback, and build cross-departmental relationships.
Professional conduct and behavior that model high standards for colleagues and students.
Minimum of 40 or more hours spent at school per week.

Responsibilities

Assist in students’ educational development under the direction and guidance of classroom teachers.
Assist classroom teachers with maintaining student records.
Support Tier 1 core instruction under the lead teacher’s direction so all students can access grade-level learning.
Facilitate small-group instruction and intervention groups based on student data and teacher planning.
Monitor student learning and needs during instruction and provide feedback and support.
Communicate students’ progress with students and families weekly.
Implement a clear, consistent behavior-management system aligned with campus-wide initiatives, while developing students’ character and sense of classroom community.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters productive and enthusiastic learning environments.
Build and maintain cooperative relationships with students and families based on trust, understanding, and respect for their communities.
Host tutoring sessions as needed to meet students’ needs.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Participate in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Complete required grant-related time and effort reporting; the employee and supervisor must sign the grant-funded job description.
Potentially provide after-school tutoring or participate in Saturday school based on student needs.

Benefits

Base medical plan with the majority of the employee premium covered; the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children are subsidized.
Eligible staff may receive up to eight weeks of paid family leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Relocation allowance may be offered if applicable.