Teaching Assistant-Classical School
About The Position
Collaborate directly with the teacher(s) to implement a content-rich classical education by following curriculum guidelines and expectations Substitute teach when teacher is absent Assist with classroom "housekeeping" items such as collecting, organizing, and grading students' work and materials, copying worksheets, distributing materials and items, and keeping a tidy classroom Build positive relationships with students by checking up on missing work, managing behaviors, executing small group and individual instruction, proctoring tests and evaluations, and meeting all accommodations Assist with daily operations of the school, such as supervision of beginning and end of day routines and procedures, lunch and recess times, and other transitional period s Be respectfully assertive in guiding and mentoring students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year) Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions Collaborate with teacher to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others Maintain confidentiality in student records Maintain a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners Effectively communicate with supervisor and teammatesDemonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations Complete all required training and provide documentation Perform other related duties as directed
Requirements
- Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
- Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
- Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
- Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height by bending or leaning in order to teach each child
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or standing to teach
- Must be able to supervise outdoor activities
Responsibilities
- Collaborate directly with the teacher(s) to implement a content-rich classical education by following curriculum guidelines and expectations
- Substitute teach when teacher is absent
- Assist with classroom "housekeeping" items such as collecting, organizing, and grading students' work and materials, copying worksheets, distributing materials and items, and keeping a tidy classroom
- Build positive relationships with students by checking up on missing work, managing behaviors, executing small group and individual instruction, proctoring tests and evaluations, and meeting all accommodations
- Assist with daily operations of the school, such as supervision of beginning and end of day routines and procedures, lunch and recess times, and other transitional period s
- Be respectfully assertive in guiding and mentoring students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
- Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
- Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
- Collaborate with teacher to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
- Maintain confidentiality in student records
- Maintain a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
- Effectively communicate with supervisor and teammatesDemonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
- Complete all required training and provide documentation
- Perform other related duties as directed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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