Educational Assistant — Supportive Classroom Partner

Divine Savior Lutheran Academy Inc; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Divine Savior Lutheran Academy Inc in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support classroom teachers, help implement the curriculum, and create a safe, welcoming learning environment for students.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, coursework in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a faith-aligned commitment to our mission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Early Childhood or Elementary Education coursework, training, or experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Supports language development where facial cues and expressions are important.
• Collaborates with colleagues as a member of the faculty team.
• Energetic, positive attitude towards students and work.
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated to complete tasks with excellent results.
• Must align with Statement of Faith and Staff Lifestyle Agreement.
• Exemplary Christian role model who lets his or her light shine.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to classroom teachers to create a safe, welcoming, and high-quality learning environment.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and Divine Savior staff to support students and classroom tasks.
• Support the implementation of planned curriculum and lessons.
• Ensure classroom expectations are followed consistently.
• Follow classroom and school procedures to ensure student safety.
• Observe student work and provide support as needed.
• Redirect children's behavior to increase attention and focus.
• Support children who are not understanding lessons and guide them individually or in small groups.
• Engage in positive teacher-child interactions in the classroom.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, families, and colleagues.
• Contribute to team-building exercises with staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Energetic attitude

Reliable and punctual

Faith alignment

Education

High School Diploma

Early Childhood/Elementary Education coursework

Job description

Divine Savior Lutheran Academy Inc in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking a full-time Educational Assistant to support classroom teachers, help implement the curriculum, and create a safe, welcoming learning environment for students.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, coursework in Early Childhood or Elementary Education, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a faith-aligned commitment to our mission.