1st Grade Afternoon Assistant

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Consortium of Jewish Day Schools is seeking an Afternoon First Grade Assistant to support our classroom team and help maintain a warm, engaging learning environment. You will work closely with the classroom teacher to assist with lessons, activities, and routines, helping students stay organized and confident throughout the day.

Ideal candidates are patient, dependable, and energetic, with a love for working with young learners.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with young children is helpful.
• Patience, reliability, and energy are essential.
• Willingness to learn and support classroom routines.

Responsibilities

• Support students during lessons and classroom activities.
• Work individually or in small groups with children who need extra help.
• Encourage students and help build their confidence.
• Assist with classroom routines, organization, and transitions.

Job description

We are looking for a warm, caring, and enthusiastic Afternoon Afternoon Assistant to join our first-grade classroom team.

Our private school has a wonderful family atmosphere, where teachers and staff work together to support one another and help every child grow and succeed. This is a great opportunity for someone who truly loves working with children and enjoys being part of a positive, nurturing school environment.

As a First Grade Afternoon Assistant, you will work closely with the classroom teacher to:

• Support students during lessons and classroom activities
• Work individually or in small groups with children who need extra help
• Encourage students and help build their confidence
• Assist with classroom routines, organization, and transitions

• Help maintain a warm, positive, and productive learning environment

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with young learners and is patient, dependable, and energetic.

Experience working with children is helpful, but a genuine love for children, patience, reliability, and a willingness to learn are most important.