Kindergarten Teacher Associate

Archdiocese of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Omaha invites applications for a Teacher Assistant at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic School in Omaha. The TA will support the classroom teacher to create a safe, Christ-centered learning environment and assist with supervision, routines, and instructional tasks.

The role requires modeling the school values, collaborating with staff and families, and upholding confidentiality. Safe Environment training is required for the candidate.

Qualifications

• Work with classroom teacher and other staff members to support student learning.
• Follow directions regarding routines, student support, and responsibilities.
• Communicate concerns with teacher or administration in a professional manner.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Demonstrate patience, kindness, consistency, and professionalism with students.
• Model Catholic values and school expectations in attitude and behavior.

Responsibilities

• The Teacher Assistant supports the classroom teacher in creating a safe, positive, organized, and Christ-centered learning environment.
• The TA works under the direction of the classroom teacher and assists with student supervision, classroom routines, instructional support, and other duties.
• Works collaboratively with teachers, staff, students, and families to contribute to school success.

Skills

Work cooperatively with staff

Follow classroom directions

Professional communication

Maintain confidentiality

Patience and kindness

Positive role modeling

Education

Safe Environment Training

Job description

Location Name of Facility : St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic School

Address
16701 S Street
Omaha, Nebraska
68135

Submitted By Name : Rachel Cooley

Email : Description

Reports to: Greg Verraneault, Assistant Principal

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Teacher Assistant supports the classroom teacher in creating a safe, positive, organized, and Christ-centered learning environment. The TA works under the direction of the classroom teacher and assists with student supervision, classroom routines, instructional support, and other duties that contribute to the success of the classroom and school.

The Teacher Assistant is expected to model the values and expectations of St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic School and to work collaboratively and professionally with teachers, staff, students, and families.

Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expectations:

• Work cooperatively and respectfully with the classroom teacher and other staff members.
• Follow the direction of the classroom teacher regarding classroom routines, student support, and assigned responsibilities.
• Communicate concerns or questions directly and professionally with the classroom teacher and/or administration.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Demonstrate patience, kindness, consistency, and professionalism when working with students.
• Serve as a positive role model for students in attitude, language, behavior, and interactions with others.
• Support and uphold the Catholic mission, values, and expectations of St. Stephen the Martyr School: United in Christ to ignite the joy of faith, community, and learning.

Education and Experience

Individual must get Safe Environment Trained.