Lower School Teaching Assistant - 26/27 SY

Creative Minds International PCS•Columbia, WA

About The Position

Teaching Assistants at Creative Minds International provide an inviting, exciting, learning environment for students. Teaching Assistants, under the direction of Early Childhood and Elementary Directors and Principals will assist with supervision, and teaching of children in a classroom setting. They support student engagement in meaningful learning opportunities.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated ability and experience to engage the interest of school-age children
Prior experience in a public or private school, preferably in an urban setting
Demonstrated ability to work well with parents
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member
Patience, flexibility, and a willingness to take risks
Consistent reflection on her/his own teaching practices
Experience working with linguistically and ethnically diverse student populations and children with developmental differences
Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and eagerness to learn
Demonstrated commitment to the well-being and success of all
High School Diploma
Previous experience required (previous experience working with students with special needs preferred)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
Valid Child Development Associate Certification (CDA) preferred

Responsibilities

Supporting implementation of International Curriculum and Common Core State Standards-based goals and objectives in small group instruction
Reinforcing clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and assessments
Support the classroom teachers in meeting the needs, interests, and abilities for all students, including students with disabilities, EL students, and those who are gifted and talented
Drawing on content from CMI professional development to reinforce student learning, promote social-emotional development and contribute to a positive school culture
Performs record-keeping and clerical functions (e.g. scheduling, copying, ) in support of the teacher and/or administrator.
Provides verbal feedback and/or written documentation to inform teacher(s) and/or parents of students Supporting observations of students and taking anecdotal notes to inform planning in the arrangement of small groups, classroom setup, integrations of students’ interests in learning activities, and subsequent assessments
Enhancing student progress through informal student evaluations
Prepare and organize classroom materials and equipment
Supporting the use of a variety of instructional materials, resources, and experiences to enrich student learning
Collaborating with teachers to provide educational opportunities that reflect an understanding of students’ unique sensory and information processing profiles
Using appropriate techniques and strategies that promote and enhance creative problem-solving and evaluative thinking of students
Working with teachers to support the progress of individual students
Ability to stay calm and empathetic when working with students who may be struggling
Using effective, positive, and respectful interpersonal communication skills
Provide flexible classroom coverage in response to staffing or scheduling needs
Ensure compliance with school rules, policies, and safety procedures
Establishing positive relationships with colleagues, students, families, and the community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual
Incorporating technology into instruction
Attending required professional development
Other duties as assigned