Teacher Assistant - Alternative Learning Suspension Program - Lindbergh High School
Lindbergh Schools•Saint Louis, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Lindbergh Schools is seeking a dedicated and student-centered Teacher Assistant to support the implementation of an alternative learning and suspension program serving students in grades 6–12. This position works closely with the classroom teacher to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students who may be on suspension, behind in credits, or experiencing behavioral challenges.
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- Substitute Certification Required
Nice To Haves
- associate’s degree or college coursework preferred
- Missouri Teacher Certification Preferred
- Experience working with adolescents, particularly students with behavioral or academic challenges, preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent in a structured environment
- Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to students who are on suspension, credit-deficient, or experiencing behavioral challenges
- Assist students with completing assignments, coursework, and credit recovery tasks
- Support students in developing organizational, study, and time management skills
- Build positive relationships with students to promote engagement and trust
- Assist in implementing behavior expectations, routines, and intervention strategies
- Support students in developing self-regulation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
- Help maintain a structured, safe, and respectful learning environment
- Monitor student behavior and provide redirection as needed
- Work under the direction of the teacher to support daily instruction
- Provide small group or one-on-one academic assistance
- Assist with preparing instructional materials and classroom activities
- Support differentiated instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Assist in helping students stay on track academically and develop the skills needed for successful reentry into the traditional school setting.
- Supervise students during transitions, breaks, and assigned program activities
- Assist in maintaining accurate records related to student progress, attendance, and behavior
- Support the teacher in implementing program expectations and routines
- Help ensure consistency in program structure and expectations
Benefits
- Benefits not included
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
