Teaching Assistant - Fortis

Teaching Assistant Job Purpose Under the direction of the Lead Teacher and Principal, the Teaching Assistant will support the academic success and character development of all scholars in the assigned classroom and/or grade level. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with scholars, parents, and school administration to develop individual teaching and classroom management skills. Essential Responsibilities Support a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potentialProvide assistance in lesson preparation (making copies, gathering materials, passing out supplies, etc.)Assist teacher in achieving the highest outcomes for students and actively engaging in the planning processApply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actionsMaintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, and student achievement dataSet and hold scholars accountable to extremely high academic and school-wide behavioral standardsImplement lessons, assessments, and character education as designed by the lead teacherSupport students through one-on-one tutoring or small group instruction, implementing remediation or acceleration with guidance from the lead teacherAssist teacher in maintaining on-task behavior in the classroom by consistently complimenting, checking for understanding and refocusing studentsSupport students on educational technology – helping with log in and computer usage, reinforcing procedures, answering questions and monitoring student activityMonitor students during lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other key transitions throughout the dayRecognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character developmentBuild rapport with scholars, parents, and familiesContinually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunitiesPerform other duties as requested or required Demonstrates Mission Aligned Personal Qualities Live and act as a biblical role model and Open Sky Education representative in your life for our scholars, team members and community.Agree to always comply with our Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith.Agree to engage in the faith life of our scholars and in collaboration with other team members Competencies Serving Leader Provide vigilant supervision for the physical safety and well-being of scholars while on campus or off-campus for school functions Collaborative Relationships Build rapport with scholars, parents, and familiesContinually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities Resource Management Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, textbooks, etc. Forming Character Apply classroom management techniques and appropriate scholar corrections and disciplinary actionsAssume responsibility for scholar success by holding all scholars accountable to school-wide behavioral expectationsRecognize, celebrate and reward scholar achievement and character development Academic Excellence Establish a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where all scholars are invested in their academic excellence and character growth and can fulfill their potentialSet measurable, ambitious, and attainable goals for the year and each interim assessment cycleEvaluate individual scholar academic progress through regular and varied assessments Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s Degree preferredAt least one year of teacher experience is a plusExperience working with youth and families in low-income urban communitiesProficient with technologyValid teaching credential or willingness to attain one preferred Personal Qualities Integrity, credibility, and passionate commitment to HOPE’s mission of Christ, College, and CharacterProactive and hands-on strategic thinker who enjoys tackling challenges and overcoming obstaclesStrong relationship building, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsCommitment to loving our scholars, an unwavering belief that all children can and must succeed, and a deep passion for developing the character of a serving leader in every childDriven by a passion for ensuring every scholar has an excellent educationOpen to feedback and committed to continuously improving An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.