Teaching Assistant

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado•Fort Collins, CO

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Teaching Assistant at Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools Inc.(ACACS) plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality classical education within a structured, traditional classroom environment. Under the guidance and supervision of the classroom teacher, the Teaching Assistant aids in the implementation of lesson plans, classroom management, and instructional activities that align with the classical model. This position supports individual students and small groups, reinforcing classroom instruction and helping maintain an orderly and focused learning environment that reflects the school's commitment to academic excellence and character development.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of ACACS
Conviction in the values of a rigorous liberal arts education
Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
Adherence to all ACACS policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and applicable school and board policies
Proficiency in English verbal and written
Proficiency in a variety of teaching strategies and techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment with superior organization and computer skills
Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and team members
Ability to provide excellent customer service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Creative problem-solving skills and adaptability to challenges
Patience, reliability, and a positive attitude
Demonstrate 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
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 school 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 (will be compensated at a higher pay rate)
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 periods
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 Students Services team 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 teammates
Demonstrate 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.
Other duties as assigned