Teacher Aide - Miami

KIPP Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

KIPP Miami is seeking a part-time Teacher Aide to support students in Kindergarten classrooms. Teacher Aides support instructional teammates inside and outside the classroom throughout the school day, assist with administrative tasks, and help prepare for special events so teachers can focus on student achievement.

The role provides logistical, operational, student, and instructional support. Duties include preparing classroom materials, supporting attendance and grading, providing Tier 1 technology support, maintaining shared spaces and classroom supplies, assisting with family communications and events, helping manage classroom routines, and supporting differentiated instruction and student portfolios. The position may also involve other duties broadly aligned with its essential responsibilities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or a minimum of 48 university credit hours.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A passionate and loving attitude toward children.
• Responsiveness and reliable follow-up with students, families, and faculty.
• Strong customer service skills and a commitment to supporting families and children.
• Commitment to ensuring teachers and students have what they need to be successful.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to collaborate with team members.
• Ability to proactively solve problems and anticipate challenges.
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and develop creative solutions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage high-stress situations with a calm, positive demeanor.
• Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including being on one's feet and lifting and carrying items weighing 10 or more pounds, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Creole.

Responsibilities

• Provide grade-level support, including assistance with attendance, grading, bulletin boards, copies, and lesson-material preparation.
• Provide Tier 1 technology support and manage inventory.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of shared spaces.
• Provide logistical support for student and family events.
• Organize classrooms, including seat sacks, cubbies, technology, décor, and supplies.
• Create family communications and flyers and support communication with families.
• Assist with classroom management and help create an environment appropriate for learning.
• Assist teachers with planning, preparing, and implementing differentiated instruction for individual students or groups.
• Support students during culture blocks and whole-school activities and spaces, including breakfast, lunch, recess, free choice, and dismissal.
• Manage and track student portfolios.
• Undertake other duties broadly aligned with the position's essential duties and responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree