Lower School Teaching Assistant

Cherry Hills Christian School•Highlands Ranch, CO

5d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Our mission is to prepare students to Think Biblically, Live Faithfully, and Lead Courageously to impact the world for Jesus Christ. This role involves supporting teachers in the lower school, cultivating positive relationships with children and families, and contributing to a safe and effective learning environment. The position requires a commitment to the school's mission and values, a servant leadership attitude, and effective communication skills.

Requirements

Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and it should be evident in both the personal and professional life
Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement
Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Professional attitude and appearance
High School Diploma
Must have a flexible attitude with a servant’s heart

Nice To Haves

Service (spiritual gift)
Administration (spiritual gift)
Mercy (spiritual gift)

Responsibilities

Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ
Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
Pursue spiritual growth through community and daily devotions
Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Be an active, engaged member of the school community
Attend and serve at school-wide, all-hands-on-deck events (Examples: Meet & Greet, Back to School Night, etc.)
Accept and uphold CHC’s Essentials of Faith
Be available for teachers during assigned hours for classroom tasks, including small group and one-on-one instruction
Run copies and prepare class materials for student use, craft, or other uses
Supervise lunch and recess
Relieve the teacher briefly for conferences or planning sessions
Understand and implement all building emergency procedures
Connect relationally with children and families in all interactions
Assist in caring for a child’s special needs, such as tying shoes, consoling, encouraging, and administering minor first aid
Represent Cherry Hills Christian in a favorable and professional manner
Pray for the children and families you serve
Manage email, voicemail, and communication requests in a timely, thorough manner
Build trust by maintaining confidence of information
Respond to all communication with professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation
Is knowledgeable of Cherry Hills Christian policies and procedures to assist with day-to-day operations
Assists in overseeing the maintenance of a clean, safe environment for school operations
Helps staff, students, and volunteers function efficiently and effectively
Understands supervision and how to lead in a positive manner
Assists in keeping proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises to cultivate a positive academic environment
Respects professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents or staff
Receive and apply training and development from the Head of School and other professional development opportunities
Attend department and all-staff meetings
Demonstrate teachability and receptiveness to feedback
Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude
Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned