Teacher Assistant- GSRP / Early Headstart

Description

Position Title : Teacher Assistant- GSRP / Early Headstart

Funding Source : General Fund

Reports to : This position reports to and is evaluated by the School Principal

Qualifications :

• Possess and provide evidence of High School Diploma or GED certification
• Past experience working with pre-school or school age youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, families and staff.

Required to obtain 24 hours of Professional Development per school year including but not limited to : CPR / First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogen, Food Safety, Diversity and Licensing as appropriate

Position Description : The Teacher Assistant provides in-classroom assistance to both students and the Lead Teacher to help facilitate a positive learning environment. The Teacher Assistant collaborates with families and other staff members to ensure academic success of students.

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 / week. Salary shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.

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

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Principal, and Administration.

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.