Full-Time Classroom Support Specialist

Oak Ridge Schools; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Schools is seeking a dependable Teacher Assistant to support classroom instruction and help create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment for students in Oak Ridge. This role collaborates with teachers and staff to support daily activities, supervise students, and reinforce learning in a busy school setting.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, patience, and teamwork, with a commitment to student growth and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with children or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.
• Dependable, patient, flexible, and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate good judgment.
• Commitment to supporting the academic and personal growth of students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional and classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support to students as directed by the teacher.
• Reinforce classroom instruction, assignments, and learning activities.
• Assist students with classroom routines, transitions, and organization.
• Monitor and supervise students in the classroom, hallways, cafeteria, playground, and other school settings as assigned.
• Help maintain a positive, welcoming, and orderly classroom environment.
• Prepare classroom materials and assist with instructional activities.
• Support students in developing positive social and classroom behaviors.
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, field trips, and other school activities as needed.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and other school staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.
• Follow school and district policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building administrator or supervising teacher.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oak Ridge Schools is seeking a dependable Teacher Assistant to support classroom instruction and help create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment for students in Oak Ridge. This role collaborates with teachers and staff to support daily activities, supervise students, and reinforce learning in a busy school setting.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, patience, and teamwork, with a commitment to student growth and confidentiality.