What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Assistant position at Pressman Academy?
Hebrew and English Elementary School Educational Assistant
Educational Assistants are expected to work with a lead elementary school teacher in close collaboration within a grade-level team to implement a high-quality, rigorous and engaging academic program.
Responsibilities of the Educational Assistant will include, but are not limited to:
- Support the lead teacher in creating a classroom environment that encourages learning.
- Present lessons or portions of lessons to a whole class, a small group, and/or an individual student with guidance and support under the direction of the lead teacher.
- Perform various instructional and classroom management duties to support a positive learning environment under the direction of the lead teacher.
- Assist the lead teacher with behavior management strategies to ensure a suitable learning environment is established, both in the classroom and on school grounds (recess and lunchtime).
- Help to create and maintain a functional and attractive learning environment through the creation of multimodal displays, bulletin boards, and high-interest centers.
- Cooperate with other professionals to help students solve academic, social, and emotional challenges.
- Supervise students in and out of classroom activities during the school day.
- Implement an educational program that meets the learning needs of all students.
Skills:
- Act as a team player and operate with a deep sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrate commitment to students and their academic achievement.
- Effectively manage and instruct both small and large groups of students.
- Resiliency, reflectiveness, and a growth mindset in order to take in and apply a wide range of feedback.
- Exhibit an ability to work with children in a caring and respectful manner in order to create a joyful, caring classroom environment.
- Candidates that can speak and read in Hebrew Highly Desired.
Preferred Educational Background and Work Experience:
- Minimum of two years’ experience working with children in elementary school in a General Studies and/or Judaic Studies classroom.
- Bachelor’s degree or on-track to earn a Bachelor’s degree.
- Candidates with long-term teaching interest and those pursuing teaching credentials are preferred, but not required.
Hours & Compensation Structure:
- Full-time, which includes a full Temple Beth Am benefits package comprised of sick days, personal days, health benefits, and more.
- Paid hourly at the starting rate of $21-$23 per hour. Rate will be determined based on level of experience, education, and fit for our school community.
- Regular hours will be 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM Friday.
- This position reports to an Assistant Principal.
Interested parties, please email Julia Miller at jmiller@pressmanacademy.org
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23