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Assistant Teacher

New Destiny Daycare & Learning Academy
Meridian, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

Required skills for a teacher assistant:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Patience and ability to manage diverse student needs
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Basic understanding of educational principles and curriculum
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Reviewing lesson material with students individually or in small groups
  • Providing additional explanations and practice for students struggling with concepts
  • Leading small group activities based on the teacher's lesson plan
  • Classroom management:
  • Monitoring student behavior and addressing minor disruptions
  • Enforcing classroom rules and expectations
  • Assisting with transitions between activities
  • Lesson preparation:
  • Gathering and preparing instructional materials
  • Setting up the classroom for lessons
  • Copying and distributing handouts
  • Administrative tasks:
  • Taking attendance
  • Grading assignments and recording student progress
  • Maintaining student records and data
  • Communicating with parents as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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