Teacher Aide, Bilingual

Rooted in our Christian faith, Bethany Christian Services works to ensure children are safe, loved, and connected through family. Across 29 states, we strengthen families, support foster care and adoption, and walk alongside refugees with compassion. Here, living out your faith means using your gifts to bring hope and make a lasting impact.

Working at Bethany means joining a team of dedicated professionals with diverse skills, serving communities across the country. Together, we’re united in our Christian mission and these shared values: We’re motivated by our faith, we support one another, we champion justice, we pursue excellence, and we’re in it for the long haul.  As a Teacher Aide, you’ll help carry this mission forward and make a meaningful impact every day.

How Your Role Makes a Difference

• Assist in the planning, preparation, and delivery of lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Assist with delivering lesson plans and tests in accordance with established procedures
• Assist with instructing and monitoring students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Effectively use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with program rules and disciplinary systems
• Provide students with appropriate feedback on their work
• Encourage and monitor individual student progress and adjust teaching strategies as needed
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Update all necessary records accurately in alignment with ORR requirements
• Participate in school activities, staff meetings, and treatment team meetings
• Supervise children during field trips and in the classroom
• Communicate regularly with Case Managers, Clinicians, foster parents, and supervisors regarding student progress, concerns, or needs
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Assist the teacher in delivering classroom activities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for educational activities
• Assist or lead a preschool classroom if necessary
• Serve as a backup to the teacher and provide instruction to students
• Assist the teacher with creating lesson plans and classroom curriculum
• Attend internal and external trainings and apply new knowledge on the job
• Essential job responsibilities may vary based on the specific needs of each program/department
• May be required or asked to participate in a Bethany-sponsored event
• Complete other duties as assigned
  
  

What Will Make You Successful

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in Education from an accredited college, or some college coursework in Educational Instruction strongly preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Prior experience teaching ELL/ESL preferred
• Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish with effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
• Ability to report to work regularly and punctually
• Experience working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Must be CPR, First Aid, and AEC certified upon hire or within 60 days of hire
• Flexible and creative in a diverse work environment
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Ability to pass required medical examinations and perform essential job functions, including physical restraints of a resident
• Successfully pass an annual TB test and document preference to receive or decline Hepatitis immunization
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate insurance coverage
• Must pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity
  
  

We Invest in You

• Experience a team environment with other professionals who are motivated by faith, support one another, pursue excellence, and are in it for the long haul
• Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
• Low-cost health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
• Matching 403B retirement contributions
• Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO Your Way, paid parental leave, separate sick and paid absence banks)
• Education reimbursement for a master’s degree program in human services
• Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program
• Employee-covered long-term disability and term life insurance