Teacher Assistant

Description

Position Description:

The Teacher Assistant supports other DAAS educators and scholars and contributes to a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about education, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, and is committed to helping scholars achieve their full potential.

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree or higher, or:
  • Completion of at least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher learning, equal to sixty (60) semester hours
  • Passing scores in Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics, and Writing via Workkeys
  • Michigan Test for Teacher Certification – Basic Skills (MTTC)
  • ETS Paraprofessional Assessment
• Past experience working with school age youth preferred Demonstrated ability to work well with students, families and staff

Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects; Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.

Terms of Employment: Part time, 35 hours per week. Hourly wage shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the School Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional relationship with supervisors, staff, families, students and the public
• Work independently and in teams to complete job duties and assignments in a timely manner
• Monitor and manage student behavior, ensuring a safe and respectful classroom atmosphere.
• Supervise and monitor student safety during arrival and dismissal, lunch, hallways, and other duties as assigned
• Support students with diverse learning needs by providing additional help and encouragement as needed.
• Help with administrative tasks such as grading assignments, maintaining student records, and organizing classroom materials.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement instructional strategies that align with the curriculum and support student learning objectives.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and contribute to team meetings and school events.
• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, assist individual and small groups of students with the development of specific academic skills, project completion, or the management of assigned class work;
• Adhere to and maintain all DAAS policies and procedures;
• Other duties and responsibilities as directed by the classroom Teacher or Building Principal

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to adapt to the diverse needs of students and support their academic and social/emotional development.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to punctuality and regular attendance, ensuring you arrive on time for your scheduled shifts and complete your work consistently.

About Detroit Academy of Arts & Sciences

We offer many exciting and innovative educational programs that are designed to develop young minds and prepare them academically, socially and emotionally for successful futures. It is our goal to ensure that our students are prepared to interact in and contribute to the global society that will be before them as they graduate.