Teaching Assistant

Thomas MacLaren School • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • $17 - $20

About The Position

To assist classroom teachers in implementing the curriculum and providing student support.

Requirements

• High School degree
• Commitment to the Mission and Vision of Thomas MacLaren School
• Understands and supports the culture of the school
• Love of educating children
• Ability to learn and assist in implementing a variety of Lower School curricula (phonics, mathematics, P.E.)
• Ability to impart a love of learning to children
• Exhibits patience and kindness towards students
• Creative in assisting students with problem-solving
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Communicates clearly, collegially, and regularly with co-workers and Head of School
• Willingness to take direction from classroom teachers, SPED Coordinator, and Head of School
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with both young people and adults
• Commitment to a diverse population of students and to closing the achievement gap

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty members in implementing the curriculum and completing logistical and administrative tasks
• Work in small groups or one-on-one with students who need academic, behavioral, or Social Emotional Learning (SEL) intervention.
• Assist the Exceptional Student Services (ESS) and Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) teams in implementing student plans (IEPs, 504s, MTSS and READ plans, etc.)
• Assist faculty in implementing academic and behavior plans
• Receive training in pedagogy, curriculum, and protocols in order to be maximally effective with students
• Fulfill regular monitoring duties (e.g., lunch, recess, traffic, etc.)
• Any other duties as assigned

Benefits

• For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee’s base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages.
• No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED