POSITION DESCRIPTION: Teaching Assistant, K-8 

Category: Teaching Staff 

Status: Part-time; Nonexempt 

Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour 

Potential Travel: Children's Community School in Waterbury, CT 06702

Physical Demands: Prolonged periods of standing and walking, including the need to ascend and descend staircases; Frequent need to kneel, stoop, and sit at floor level; Frequent periods of sitting at a desk, table, or other work surfaces; Frequent periods of extended exposure to computer screens/monitors; Frequent use of typing keyboard and manual writing; Infrequent need to lift, carry, pull, or push items weighing up to 25 pounds 

Working Environment: School setting, with the presence of children and adults; Classroom environment, including educational furniture and technology; In-classroom office environment, including desk and standard office furniture and technology; Natural & fluorescent light; Heating & air conditioning; Onsite and off-site outdoor settings for recess, field trips, and special events 

Typical Schedule: Daily shifts of 4.5-6 hours during School operational hours of 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; Academic year (per contract) 

Supervisor: Principal 

Direct Reports: None 

Overview 

The Teaching Assistant, K-8 is responsible for providing direct assistance to the Teacher, K-8 in the successful planning, delivery, and assessment of academic instruction at assigned grade levels and content areas in order to ensure the successful fulfillment of the institutional mission. The Teaching 

Assistant, K-8 is also responsible for assisting in the safe, effective management of all students in assigned classrooms and all-school events and activities, utilizing appropriate methods of behavior management in accordance with established school policies and procedures. The Teaching Assistant, K-8 will perform various duties related to the preparation of academic materials, tracking and data entry of operational statistics, and other tasks as assigned by the Principal and/or Executive Director. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

Mission Awareness 

• Effectively communicate the mission and goals of the school to internal and external constituencies, ensuring mission alignment for all school activities 
• Cultivate an atmosphere of community and compassion amongst faculty, staff, students, and families 

Academic Life 

• Assist the Teacher, K-8 in various clerical, instructional, and managerial tasks directly related to grade level, classroom, and institutional goals 
• Provide assistance in preparing curricular materials and physical classroom spaces, maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment 
• Guide and assist individual and small groups of students in academic tasks, under the direct supervision of the Teacher, K-8 
• Direct all parent/guardian requests and communication to the Teacher, K-8, providing insight as needed 

Student Life 

• Play an active role in creating and maintaining a positive social and emotional learning environment that allows for the safe and orderly operation of the classroom and all school spaces and activities 
• Assist in the enforcement of behavioral expectations, in accordance with School policies, that highlight mutual respect, cultural competency, and a commitment to rigorous learning 
• Intervene, as appropriate, to address any student violations of School rules or behavioral expectations, reporting such incidents to the Principal, according to School policy 
• Supervise student participation in recess and meal activities, ensuring safety and appropriate conduct 

Professional Learning Community 

• Participate actively in relevant professional development activities 
• Maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with all colleagues 
• Contribute to the overall success of the School through engagement in additional responsibilities intended to foster community and strengthen the mission of the institution 

Administrative 

Other 

Required Skills & Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree or higher preferred 
• At least 3 years of consistent work experience 
• Direct experience working with school-aged children 

Disclaimer 

The duties and responsibilities contained within this position description should not be considered a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned occasionally as necessitated by organizational needs. Employees will be notified in writing of any permanent changes to the position description. This position description was last updated on October 24, 2019. 

EEO Statement 

Children’s Community School adheres to the principle of equal opportunity. Staff is employed on the basis of qualifications and competence, education, experience, personal qualities, evaluation of previous employers and other references. The School makes employment decisions based on merit and the School's needs, and not on race, color, citizenship, or mental disability, marital status, veteran, status, or any other classification protected by law. 

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