Job Summary:

The Teacher Aide will assist the teacher in the overall classroom instruction and help provide a loving, Christian environment for children in accordance to the Board approved curriculum guides, as to fulfill the Mission Statement of Prince of Peace Christian School, "Providing a Christ-Centered Exemplary Education for Each Child", this Job Description, and any other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Responsibilities/Duties:

· Carry out all specific duties as assigned by the classroom teacher. Be flexible to changing duties and needs. Duties include but are not limited to: assistance with all class projects during classroom time, supervision of students at recess and PE, preparation of snacks, assistance for children at lunch, preparation for classroom activities (copying, gathering supplies, etc.)

· Show competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with others.

· Relate with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience to children, staff, and parents.

· Ensure the safety of children through supervision.

· Be regular in attendance and observe stated work hours.

· Attend staff orientation meeting, first aid, CPR training, and any staff meetings as directed.

· Read and follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Prince of Peace Christian School Personnel Policies and POPCS Procedure Manual.

· Refer parent questions concerning specific information about children to the classroom teacher. DO NOT discuss other children with parents.

· If your children attend Prince of Peace Christian School, talk to his/her teacher if there is a problem, rather than with other parents.

· Be available to attend meetings and training as required; may need to help with Zone on In-Service days or "holiday care" days and with after-school care for staff children during staff meetings that attendance is not required.

· During probationary period of not more that 90 days, the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the job competently.

· Operating hours for TA are normally 9am to 2pm unless otherwise instructed.

Preferred Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

· Active member of a Christian Church.

· 21 years of age

· A high school diploma or equivalent

· Enjoys working with children.

· Previous work experience to show dependability, responsibility, and maturity.

· Ability to physically tend to students, by sitting, bending, walking with them.

Key Characteristics / Attributes:

· Person of prayer, strong and growing prayer and faith walk, daily Christian servant

· Optimistic, positive, joy-filled, model of professional excellence

· Professional in appearance, dress, confident

· Academically focused and proactive in preparations

· Nurture the heart and mind

· Love children, approachable, understanding of child development stages, engaging, visible, relational, respected

· Communicate tactfully with others

· Have integrity and be willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time

Physical Requirements:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to handle or feel, to talk, and to hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and is required to stand and walk.

· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Schedule:

· Necessary scheduled onsite operational hours to meet the needs of Prince of Peace Christian School, including additional hours as required/needed to complete tasks and/or projects that are assigned or arise

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Grade levels:

• Elementary school

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

School type:

• Private school
• Religious school

Ability to Commute:

• Carrollton, TX 75007 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carrollton, TX 75007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person