Teaching Assistant

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks

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Teaching Assistant

The Teaching Assistant's primary function is to support the Lead Teacher in either the Lower School or Upper School. Duties include providing academic support and instruction, assisting with classroom management, and attending professional development meetings.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide academic support and instruction based on lesson objectives
• Familiarity with the Lead Teacher’s weekly lesson plans (e.g., ability to support in case of an absence/pull-out)
• Support Lead Teacher on student performance through actions like aiding with report writing and recording grades
• Collect classroom academic and behavioral data
• Provide support with classroom management
• Attend mandatory professional development meetings, weekly school meetings, and bi-weekly team meetings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Understand and follow safety procedures
• Support Lead Teacher with instructional aids and plans
• Provide activities for children that encourage healthy growth
• Provide a supportive and caring environment for students
• Prepare instructional aids and plans
• Basic understanding of behavioral principles (e.g., ABA, behavioral data collection, ABC charts, token economy, behavioral modification, etc.)
• Willingness to learn Collaborative Problem Solving approaches to supporting struggling students

Level of Education and Experience

• Bachelor or higher preferred in education or related field
• Preference given to those actively pursuing career in education
• Knowledge is specific subject matter preferred
• Experience with students with behavioral and/or learning issues preferred
• Experience in early childhood and/or special education is strongly preferred

Compensation

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour

About the Role

Academics West is an independent high-support college preparatory program that provides customized educational and social-emotional support for students who need an intimate and nurturing environment. Unlike conventional education, this innovative model enables students to prepare for an ever-changing world that requires young people to have advanced executive functioning, interpersonal and leadership skills. At Academics West we engage students to become independent, resilient, and self-valuing adults. Most importantly, we encourage our students to become heroes of their own story.