What are the responsibilities and job description for the Our Lady of Good Hope, Fort Wayne - Teaching Assistant - Primary Grades position at DIOCESE OF FORT WAYNE - SOUTH BEND?
Our Lady School in Fort Wayne is in search of a person qualified to assist the classroom teacher in several early elementary grades as well as to assist in our lunch/recess hour.
The ideal candidates will be faith-filled and dedicated to providing quality care for students of all abilities integrating the mission of Our Lady School and the Diocese of
Fort Wayne / South Bend in all classroom activities.
Job Responsibilities Include:
. Work with teachers to foster a nurturing environment, promote social / emotional development, and care for the individual needs of each student.
. Aid the classroom teacher with classroom management helping maintain student organization, behavior, and transitions throughout the day.
. Assists with copying, delivering materials to the Office, and accompanying children as they move about the building.
.Assists in cafeteria or recess.
. Works with students individually or in small groups as directed by the classroom teacher to facilitate classroom instruction.
. Communicates regularly and effectively with the classroom teacher, related teachers, and Office personnel regarding classroom plans.
. Works cooperatively with administrators, classroom teachers, other staff, and parents on various initiatives, projects, and field trips as directed by classroom teachers and administration.
. Substitutes when asked for classroom teacher absences.
. Recognizes the variety of student learning styles and facilitates learning by working with the classroom teacher to provide for individual student needs.
. Commits to ongoing faith formation and professional growth.
. Fosters the spiritual development of students by modeling Catholic doctrine, values, and morals.
Education, Experience and Skills Required:
. High School Diploma
. High level thinking and problem solving skills.
. Ability to speak and write fluently and grammatically correct English.
. Strong written, verbal presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Requirements:
. Regularly required to walk up and down multiple flights of stairs,
. Stand for 30 minutes at a time,
. Operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment.
. May occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.
Interested candidates may reach out to Mrs. Beatrice Royal at bea.royal@ourladyfortwayne.org