Assistant Teacher-Spanish Native/Professional Fluency Required

Paycom - ATS; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

The International School of Louisiana is seeking a dedicated classroom assistant to support teachers and students in a dynamic educational environment. You will help deliver instruction, prepare learning materials, and participate in MTSS interventions to ensure every student progresses.

Candidates should have an Associate degree and at least 3 years of experience with children in education. This role emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to the school’s mission and diversity

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with children in an educational setting.
• Target language proficiency where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Support general supervision and management of a class with individual and group instruction.
• Assist in planning, preparing learning environments, and materials.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement MTSS interventions.
• Attend staff meetings and training programs as required.
• Maintain professional conduct and classroom discipline.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Multitasking

Computer/Technology knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

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