Myrtle Grove Christian School is looking to hire Full Time Teaching Assistants for Lower School. Requirements and qualifications are as follows:

Qualifications

• Profess a saving faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and accepts the authority of scriptures as a guide for faith and living
• Model Christian character in speech and actions
• Hold an Associates degree in an appropriate major from a recognized college
• The ideal candidate will possess prior experience working with children
• Collaborate successfully with faculty and staff
• Express strong verbal and written communication skills
• Display excellent planning, organization, and time management skills

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher in fostering a love of learning within students; be available to help with instructional activities in small groups or one-on-one with students
• Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining appropriate and accurate records of the student’s attendance, learning progress and performance, and behavior
• Assist the classroom teacher in establishing procedures, standards, and rules for positive and effective classroom management; be consistent with classroom rules and their implementation
• Recognize and attempt to inspire each individual student in desirable performance and behavior
• Employ a variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the spiritual, mental, physical, social, and emotional aspects of each child
• Treat each child with dignity and respect and model these behaviors for students
• Foster positive collaboration and partnership with families
• Attend all required professional development meetings and school programs as directed
• Assist teacher with making copies, running errands, and preparing supplies for the classroom

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and/or walk approximately 75% of the workday
• Speak and hear clearly
• Operate a computer, hand-held learning devices or other technology
• Reach, bend, stoop, twist, and lift/move up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to participate in and supervise students in outdoor situations in different weather conditions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, NC 28409: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person