Assistant Teacher

Summary:

The Assistant Teacher at Finn Academy is responsible for assisting a teacher in the education of scholars in a classroom or a laboratory setting. Assistant Teachers may contribute either general or specialized skills. Assistant Teachers work under the general supervision of a certified teacher.

Essential Functions

• Provide instructional services and support to scholars under the general supervision of classroom teacher
• Assist in development and creation of instructional materials
• Provide the teacher with information about scholars that will assist the teacher in the development of appropriate learning experiences
• Review lessons prepared by teachers ahead of instruction
• Appropriately model school norms, core values, and professional responsibilities
• Prepare learning materials
• Support in behavioral management
• Supervise scholars to ensure safety inside and outside of the classroom (i.e.: hallway, recess, field studies, bathroom, etc.)
• Support in data input and recordkeeping under teacher supervision and direction
• Assist in maintaining scholar files
• Attend to the physical needs of children, as needed
• Assist in the orderly arrival and dismissal of scholars
• Assist teacher in performing other clerical duties as needed
• Help scholars navigate the environment (including peer interactions)
• Maintain confidentiality of all scholars
• Perform additional duties as assigned by school leadership
• Attend weekly professional development sessions as directed by leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• High school degree
• College credits preferred
• Experience working with children preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Awareness of classroom instructional techniques and resources;
• Awareness of the development and use of instructional materials;
• Ability to read and interpret complex written material;
• Ability to establish positive relationships with children and adults;
• Dependable and able to take guidance from team members;
• Flexibility and willingness to actively participate in school community;
• Ability to proactively address scholar behavior;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Proactive problem solver who demonstrates initiative and team work;
• Commitment to the belief that all scholars can learn and to the mission of educational equality;
• Fidelity to Finn Academy Charter School mission and Finn Academy Accountability Plan

License/Certification

• Teaching Assistant Certificate
• Level 1: High School diploma or GED -valid for 3 years and then you must advance to a Level 2 or Level 3 certification which requires college credits and one year of experience.
• Level 2: 9 college credits (Official College transcripts)-valid for 3 years and cannot be renewed.
• Level 3: 18 college credits (Official College transcripts)-does not expire, professional development hours required to maintain.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28,000.00 - $35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person