K-2 Classroom Support Specialist

Sylvania; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Teaching Assistant (TA) to support classroom teachers and contribute to a positive learning environment in a 10-month program. The TA will reinforce student behavior, assist with instructional activities, and help manage student health and safety.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with technology, collecting data on progress, and providing clerical support to the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Illinois Licensure: Paraprofessional or Substitute.
• Experience working with children with a wide range of abilities.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce appropriate student behavior and promote student interests and abilities to contribute to a positive instructional/learning environment.
• Be aware of student health care needs, medical services plans, interventions, and emergency response.
• Assist the teacher(s) in instructional activities, assistive technology use, and supervision of students, as requested.
• Monitor the progress of students as directed.
• Implements classroom and behavior management routines for students in alignment with program expectations, as directed
• Be aware of student educational and behavioral goals, and gather data as directed
• Assist students in developing age-appropriate social skills and behaviors relating to peers and adults
• Maintain a positive working relationship with teachers and program administrators
• Provide clerical support to the classroom team as needed

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Illinois Licensure: Paraprofessional or Substitute

Job description

Sylvania is seeking a Teaching Assistant (TA) to support classroom teachers and contribute to a positive learning environment in a 10-month program. The TA will reinforce student behavior, assist with instructional activities, and help manage student health and safety.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with technology, collecting data on progress, and providing clerical support to the team.