Assistant Teacher

RESPONSIBILITIES

Helps, supervises and interacts with the children during all activities
Counsels children when social, academic, or adjustment problems arise
Develops, plans, and prepares instructional aids/materials for classroom activities
Ensures that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
Assists children with mealtimes and clean-up encouraging independence
Completes all necessary academy and classroom paperwork, such as daily notes, student accident reports, and attendance reports
Attends and participates in staff meetings, academy events, and parent meetings as requested
Works with the lead teacher to prepare and implement classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules
Ensures that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly
Keeps all items neat and organized
Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be available to work 8:15am to 3pm three days a week and 8:15am to 5:30pm two days a week.
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 18 years
Pleasant/friendly demeanor and an outgoing personality
Highly professional and dependable
Must be able to interact appropriately with students of all ages and skill levels as well as with parents, coworkers, and management
Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high