What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher position at DISCOVERY SCHOOL?
Discovery School seeks an assistant teacher to work in a classroom with a homeroom teacher and cover recess and lunch duties. The hours are 8:00 am to 1:30 pm.
Job Description:
- Helps to prepare the classroom in terms of materials, supplies, and orderliness.
- Ensures students are on task while teacher is giving lessons and during activities.
- Assists homeroom teacher with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises.
- Tutors individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; monitors and oversees student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects; confers with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; assists with the implementation of lesson plans.
- Assists students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects; assures student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assists students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
- Observes and supports positive student behavior in the classroom, lunch areas, playground or other learning environments according to approved procedures; monitors students during outdoor activities as directed; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior.
- Operates a variety of classroom and office equipment including audio-visual equipment, a computer and assigned software.
- Provides classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas, bulletin boards and displays, and distributing and collecting papers, supplies and materials.
- Assures the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
- Maintains discipline in the absence of the teacher.
- Substitute teach when the homeroom teacher is absent.
Other:
- Supervision during breaks
- Participation in ongoing professional development provided by the school
- Attendance at school events and meetings as requested by administration
- Other tasks as assigned
If you are an energetic and professional educator who wants to contribute the well-being and positive education of children, please send you resume and a letter of interest.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Physical Setting:
- Private school
Experience:
- Classroom: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17