Instructional Assistant

TeamCFA • Stanley, NC

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About The Position

Community Public Charter Instructional Assistant Job Description Job Definition: Our teachers count on teaching assistants to bring the best to the classroom every day. We’re searching for a qualified teaching assistant to join us in delivering the high-quality education we’re known for. The ideal candidate will have experience with child (or student) development, supervision, and education. He/She will be expected to help prepare lesson plans on a regular basis, ensuring students’ needs and concerns are met and supported during execution. Strong interpersonal communication skills and a positive, patient attitude are essential to the role. Job Description: Classroom teacher assistants support the teacher in planning and presenting lessons, and help students learn.

Requirements

• Minimum of Associate’s degree from regionally accredited college/university
• Proven experience working with students
• Effective communication skills; oral, written, and visual
• Understanding of basic principles of childhood development
• Comfortable interacting with children, guardians, and staff
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, etc.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and reinforcement for teacher and lessons
• Give one-on-one or small group instruction and lesson review
• Help teachers with attendance, grading, and other administrative tasks
• Set up materials and equipment to help teachers prepare lessons
• Provide additional supervision for students during class, lunch, recess, between classes, and on class outings or field trips

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree