Assistant Teacher-Spanish Native/Professional Fluency Required

Priority Dispatch Corp.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

International School of Louisiana is seeking an individual to assist with general supervision and classroom management. You will work with the teacher to implement the curriculum and support MTSS by providing targeted interventions both in-class and in small groups.

The role involves substitutes for teachers when needed, assisting in preparing the learning environment and materials, and maintaining a professional, collaborative presence with students, parents, peers, and the school community.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 3 years’ experience working with children in an educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general supervision and management of a class, including individual and group instruction.
• Work cooperatively with the classroom teacher to implement the curriculum.
• Support MTSS by pushing in to the classroom and pulling out students for interventions.
• Substitute for teachers in their absence.
• Prepare learning environment and materials.

Skills

Computer/Technology skills

Multitasking

Time management

Strong work ethic

Education

Associate degree

Job description

X Full TimePart-timeX ExemptNonexempt(Salary paid with Federal Grant Funds)Mission:Our mission at International School of Louisiana is to provide a challenging education emphasizing language immersion, international awareness, the celebration of diversity and community responsibility. The employee must understand and support the school mission.Summary:Responsible for assisting with the general supervision and management of a class including individual and group instructions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Timely, in person, and regular attendanceWorks cooperatively with the classroom teacher to implement the curriculumWorks with Classroom Teachers and others to support ISL’s Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) through “pushing in” to the classroom as well as “pulling-out” students in small group or individually for interventionsSubstitutes for teachers in their absenceAssists in planning and preparing the learning environment and preparing needed materials and suppliesHelps to provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning processModels professional behavior when dealing with students, parents, peers, and communityAttends all staff meetings, recommended training programs, conferences and school functionsInteracts collaboratively and productively with school site personnelExpresses thoughts professionally in oral and written languageWorks with Computer/Technology Applications (Student Data base, Google Classroom, Google Suite: Documents, Slides, Sheets and Google Meets)Navigates online learning platformsKeeps abreast of current research, trends and issues in education by engaging in professional development activitiesMaintains compliance with all school policies and proceduresThe International School of Louisiana retains the right to change or assign other duties to this positionWork Environment:Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) part of the work day;Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 40 pounds;Required to be exposed to physical occupational risksRequired to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements;Normal setting for this job is an office/school setting.ISL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires ISL to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.Professional Conduct:Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, and engagement in acts that are contrary to ISL policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct, which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.Evaluation:This position will be evaluated on duties referenced in this job description, engagement in continuous, purposeful professional growth and development and professional responsibilities.Chain of Supervision: Supervising Teacher, Assistant Principal, and/or PrincipalQualifications, Education and Work Experience:Associate degree and 3 years’ experience working with children in an educational environment.Target language proficiency where appropriateAccepts responsibility and is self-motivatedDemonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school goalsDisplays effective multi-tasking and time management skillsComputer/Technology knowledge and skillsMust be able to work under pressure and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices