Christ-Centered Teaching Assistant — Nurture Minds & Hearts

The Oaks Academy, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition discount

Aftercare discounts

PTO and health benefits

Collaborative environment

Relationships-first culture

Job summary

The Oaks Academy, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Lower School Teaching Assistant to support Kindergarten through Grade 5 classrooms, reinforcing a Christ-centered curriculum and a love of learning.

You will partner with teachers to create a safe, engaging environment, facilitate personalized learning blocks, supervise lunch and transitions, and contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to student growth and faith-based development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; teaching and classroom experience; devout Christian who is a member of, associated with, or seeking to be associated with, a Christ-centered community of faith or a church.

Responsibilities

• Model and teach habits that help students grow in wisdom, compassion, and Christ-like maturity.
• Support teachers in maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning.
• Provide oversight of students during personalized learning blocks, ensuring a focused and productive environment.
• Facilitate extension activities for students during personalized learning blocks, enriching and deepening their engagement with the curriculum.
• Help students thrive as they develop strong relationships with God, others, ideas, and the world.
• Know and love each student to promote their continued growth and development.
• Monitor lunch and recess, supporting student safety and healthy interpersonal relationships.
• Assist with arrival and dismissal, ensuring smooth and safe transitions for students and families.
• Participate in meaningful, ongoing professional learning during regularly scheduled after school meetings and professional development days

Skills

Teaching support

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Oaks Academy, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Lower School Teaching Assistant to support Kindergarten through Grade 5 classrooms, reinforcing a Christ-centered curriculum and a love of learning.

You will partner with teachers to create a safe, engaging environment, facilitate personalized learning blocks, supervise lunch and transitions, and contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to student growth and faith-based development.