Have a Fun and Rewarding Career at Legacy, a Private Nonsectarian Early Childhood and Elementary School
Description : As a Teacher Assistant at Legacy School, the TA will work alongside one elementary teacher, full-time, and will have the following primary responsibilities :
- Implements instructional activities created by the classroom teacher that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
- Assists teachers in completing ongoing assessments of students in their cognitive, emotional, physical, and language growth through standard checklists, observation, and other means of informal assessment.
- Maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures.
- Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
- Collaborates with the classroom teacher to enhance the instructional environment.
- Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community.
- Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and other staff.
- Assumes responsibility for meeting his / her in-service hours.
- Participates in staff training, in-services, and meetings, as well as school family events throughout the school year.
- Manages student behaviors
- Reports concerns / issues to administration in a timely manner
- Obtain and maintain CPR / First Aid
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Legacy School Administration. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals established as part of the annual staff evaluation process.
Education, Certifications, and Work-Related Experience :
High School diplomaExperience working with elementary students valuedCPR / First AidTechnical Competencies and Skills :
Possesses strong oral and written communication skillsWorks independently with little direct supervisionWorks as part of a teamAccepts responsibility and is self-motivatedDemonstrates strong work ethicDisplays effective multi-tasking and time management skillsBenefits :
Ability to adjust classrooms curriculum based on the needs and progression of your students, allowing them to learn at their pace and in their styleSmall class sizes, with a full-time teaching assistant assigned to each classroom creating a 9 : 1 student-teacher ratioAccess to our 11-acre campus, allowing the freedom to move learning outside and have a nature-based recessDiscounted tuition when enrolling your own children at LegacyOngoing support within an internal team environmentStrong parent-teacher relationships built upon mutual respectGroup health insurance optionsCompany-matched 401KDirect paycheck depositCasual, yet professional, dress codes with Spirit Days every FridayAccess to meals in our Farm-to-Table cafeteriaWorking Conditions :
Physical Ability : Tasks may involve extended periods of time standing and / or walking, sitting on the floor, and light lifting.Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.Some tasks require oral communications ability.Category : Teaching Assistant
Additional Information : Salary is based on education and experience.
How to Apply : Please send an introductory letter and resume to bweber@legacyschoolne.com.
About Legacy School : Legacy School offers a nonsectarian, private school setting for parents looking for high academic standards, small class sizes and exceptional teaching. Legacy School’s distinct educational approach delivers the highest quality of education through literacy-based, differentiated instruction, giving students the best opportunities to achieve curriculum standards. Our inviting, safe, student-centered environment caters to the individual educational needs of each student.