Teacher Assistant (Gr JK) - 994193

NSU•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•$24,007•Onsite

About The Position

Provides clerical and general assistance to teachers. Acts as substitute in teacher's absence. This position is contingent on the availability and continuation of external-funding and/or contract. As such, any offer of employment may be withdrawn or employment ended in the event the external funding and/or contract ceases or is reduced.

Requirements

Ability to adjust working hours according to needs of school program and extended day.
Ability to implement a humanistic philosophy in working with children.
Ability to work as part of a teaching team.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to maintain confidential information.
Ability to be proactive, punctual and reliable.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
Ability to operate a two-way radio.
Bachelor's Degree

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience working in related field.

Responsibilities

Implements teacher lesson plans and works with students individually or in groups under the direction of the team coordinator or teacher during the school day.
Assists in organizing and maintaining a safe, clean, and positive learning environment for students.
Prepares classroom learning materials and displays.
Assists in the supervision of students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums or on field trips.
Assists in bus loading and unloading.
Acts as a substitute teacher and follows lesson plans provided by the regular classroom teacher, as needed. Prepares written feedback at the end of each day.
Assists in organizing, managing, and supervising the activities of students in extended hours of school day.
Attends staff meetings and serves on committees, as required.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.