Teacher Assistant - Reading Specialist and Health Office
About The Position
The Pegasus School is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support its Reading Specialist and Health Office for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, ten-month, hourly, non-exempt position with daily hours typically ranging between 7 and 7.5 hours, Monday through Friday. The role involves providing support to teachers and students in grades PK-8, including assisting with classroom instruction, working with small student groups, and handling clerical tasks. Additionally, the position supports the School Nurse in the Health Office by managing student check-ins for minor illnesses or injuries, providing basic care under supervision, maintaining records and supplies, and assisting with administrative duties. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with children in a caring, calm, and confidential manner. This position is well-suited for individuals in the early stages of their teaching career or those considering a career in education, offering opportunities for resume building, mentorship, and classroom observation.
Requirements
- Comfortable working with children in a caring, calm, and confidential manner.
- Experience or knowledge of Google Workspace for Education is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or knowledge of Google Workspace for Education is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support classroom instruction for students in grades PK-8.
- Work with small groups of students.
- Assist with general clerical tasks.
- Supervise students during non-instructional times (lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal).
- Support the School Nurse in the Health Office.
- Welcome and check in students with minor illnesses or injuries.
- Provide basic comfort and care under the direction of the School Nurse.
- Maintain health office records and supplies.
- Assist with routine administrative tasks in the Health Office.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plan contributions
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance
- Reimbursement of continuing education costs following one year of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
