The Classroom Assistant plays a vital role in supporting educators in delivering effective instruction and ensuring the smooth operation of the classroom. Assistants work closely with teachers to provide additional assistance to students, facilitate learning activities, and contribute to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the lead teacher in implementing curriculum and carrying out classroom activities;
• Helps the lead teacher prepare for lessons by getting materials ready or setting up equipment, such as computers. Operates classroom equipment for instructional purposes.
• Assists students individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by the lead teacher; 
• Supervises students in the classroom, on campus, and on field trips 
• Provides supervision during recess and lunch
• Performs various clerical tasks as needed 
• Helps in maintaining an organized classroom 
• Enforces the school philosophy and policies and encourages safe practices 
• May be required to perform additional duties, as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS(Minimum)

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field and some relevant experience preferred
• Basic technology skills preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills required

Reports to: Lead Teacher/Principal

Department: Elementary School 

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt 
Compensation: $21-23 per hour

This position description reflects the general duties of the job but is not intended to be a detailed description of all duties that may be inherent to the position.

Oakwood School is a K-12 coeducational day school in North Hollywood, California that opened its doors in 1951. The school has remained faithful to its original mission ever since: to create a diverse educational environment where young people are partners with the adults who teach them and learn from them; where the best means of preparing students for the future is to immerse them in the present; where a healthy learning environment requires joy and humor as well as rigorous intensity; and where students’ intellectual and aesthetic depth – along with their capacity for empathy and moral courage – emerge out of authentic engagement with their teachers, one another, and the world around them.

Oakwood School is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in our workforce. With purpose, Oakwood celebrates and affirms diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, faith, family structure, socioeconomic background, age, and ability.