Teacher Assistant

About the role

The Teacher Assistant provides instructional and operational support to teachers in the delivery of curriculum and facilitation of student learning. This role is responsible for reinforcing instructional content, supporting student mastery, and contributing to a structured and academically focused learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily classroom operations by ensuring adherence to school expectations and standards
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of student attendance and performance, including grading and participation
• Support teachers in the delivery and reinforcement of instructional content
• Facilitate small-group and individualized differentiated academic support to promote student comprehension and mastery
• Monitor student participation, engagement, and academic progress
• Provide timely communication to teachers regarding student performance, concerns, and progress
• Attend and actively participate in all scheduled planning and debriefing meetings
• Support NBHS by attending community service and outreach activities throughout the year
• Assist with recruitment, marketing, and retention of students
• Provide excellent customer service
• Enhance instructional materials using technology, which will aid in other assigned tasks
• Support the school's mission by assisting with home visits
• Conduct annual review and propose appropriate updates to the designated Teacher Assistant Reference & Procedures Manual
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A minimum of 60 college credits or an Associate of Arts/Science degree from an accredited college/university or passing score of 464 on the Paraprofessional Exam
• Prior experience in instructional, academic support, or youth development preferred
• Demonstrated ability to support diverse learners in structured environments
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of applicable computer software and hardware process applications such as spreadsheets, word-processing, databases, operating systems, and/or presentation software

Qualifications

• Pass a Level 2 background check and fingerprinting clearance
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all assigned duties while maintaining alignment with school policies, procedures, and instructional expectations
• Actively contributes to a structured, student-centered, and academically rigorous environment, exhibiting initiative in supporting instructional effectiveness and student success
• Able to adapt to changing work priorities, exhibit tact and patience, and perform duties accurately and efficiently
• Able to work both independently and as a team member with other individuals and organizations, while setting high expectations and contributing positively to NBHS culture