Teacher's Aide (TA) for Math and Science

Discovery Ranch South • Cedar City, UT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Ranch South is a relationship-based residential treatment center near Three Peaks Recreational Park in Cedar City, Utah. The Teacher's Aide supports teachers with classroom instruction for middle and high school students in Social Studies, Science, Math, or Language Arts, depending on need. Under classroom teachers' direction, the aide helps students learn the curriculum, complete assignments, practice study skills, and prepare for tests. The aide also meets weekly with a few advisees to set goals, monitor progress, and provide encouragement.

The role works closely with teachers, the Academic Director, other Teacher's Aides, and other departments to support consistent, quality instruction and a unified team approach. Discovery Ranch South uses a holistic approach to students' emotional, physical, intellectual, environmental, and social needs. The position is part-time, Monday through Friday from 2:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a starting pay of $17.

Requirements

• Provide evidence of completing 48 college credit hours, an Associate's Degree, or passing the Praxis ParaPro within 30 days of employment.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be eligible to work in the USA.
• Pass a background check.
• Pass a motor vehicle record check.
• Have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Have a government-issued ID.
• CPR and First Aid certification; the employer will provide this.

Nice To Haves

• Some relevant college courses in Social Studies, Science, Math, and Language Arts.
• Experience working with teenagers in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Help teachers provide classroom instruction in Social Studies, Science, Math, or Language Arts, depending on need.
• Help middle and high school students learn the curriculum and work on assignments.
• Help students practice study skills and prepare for tests.
• Meet weekly with a few advisees to set goals, monitor progress, and provide encouragement.
• Coordinate with teachers, the Academic Director, other Teacher's Aides, and other departments to provide consistent, quality instruction.

Benefits

• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free meal while working, created by the Culinary Team.
• Employee Referral Bonus program.
• Staff recognition and appreciation treats.
• Significant discounts for hundreds of professional gear brands, including an ExpertVoice account.
• Gorgeous, dynamic, diverse, and expansive work environment with houses, classrooms, a pool, the main office, a central pond, horses, dogs, and baby cows.
• A few hours or less from Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell.
• A few hours from many world-class ski resorts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree