Lower School Teaching Assistant

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 is a place where educators rediscover their love for the classroom, students thrive in a Christ-centered community, and people with diverse backgrounds come together in a shared pursuit of learning and growth.

At The Oaks, the holistic development of each child is supported through a rich, classical curriculum in an environment where they are known and loved. Passionate educators who align with The Oaks' mission play a vital role in shaping both the hearts and minds of young learners. The Lower School Teaching Assistant provides instructional support to students in all grade levels, Kindergarten through Grade 5.

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

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Tuition discount (for your enrolled children)
• Before and aftercare, clubs, and sports discounts (for your enrolled children)
• PTO and health benefits (medical with HSA option, dental, vision)
• Highly collaborative environment with partner teachers
• An environment where relationships come first

Learn more about The Oaks Academy at www.theoaksacademy.org.

Requirements

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.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Oaks Academy is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Please note that ths is a grant-funded position.