Teacher Aide

Florida Atlantic University•Boca Raton, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking three Teacher Aides to support elementary classrooms by assisting teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and student engagement. This role involves working directly with students—individually and in small groups—to reinforce learning, as well as helping with grading, behavior management, and daily school routines. Teacher Aides also assist with arrival and dismissal, supervise students during lunch and recess, and help create a positive, organized learning environment.

Requirements

High school diploma
One year of appropriate experience required

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher

Responsibilities

Assists elementary teachers with classroom organization, as well as help plan daily educational activities for students.
Instructs students under the direction and guidance of the classroom teacher.
Responsible for assisting classroom teachers with grading assignments and class participation.
Supports the teacher with behavior management and classroom management.
Works one-on-one and in small groups with ESE, ELL, and other assigned students to support content mastery and to reinforce lessons with students.
Assists students in completing assignments.
Assists with arrival and dismissal, and supervises students during lunch, recess, and other school activities.
Assists with the design and display of student work.
Prepares materials and equipment for lessons and activities.
Other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
Sick Leave Pool Program
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave
1 personal day
9 paid holidays
Paid winter break (at President’s discretion)
Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment
For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply)