Secondary TA

Lincoln Academy; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln Academy is seeking an Entry Level Teacher Assistant for part-time hours. You will support lead teachers in creating a positive learning environment and assist with instruction, supervision, and materials preparation.

Responsibilities include working with small groups or individuals, grading support, and helping maintain safety and classroom order. This role emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and commitment to student progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy and a passion for working with children.
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic classroom.
• Familiarity with instructional technology desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead teachers to assist in classroom management and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom instruction (substituting when necessary), lunch and carpool supervision, and recess supervision.
• Provide instructional support by working with small groups or individual students to reinforce concepts.
• Aid in preparing instructional materials, worksheets, handouts, and visual aids.
• Assist in grading assignments and maintaining accurate progress records.
• Organize and maintain classroom resources, materials and equipment.
• Support students with special needs by implementing IEPs/504 plans and providing personalized assistance.
• Be engaged in the learning process from roughly 8:00-2:30 each day.
• Maintain open communication with students and colleagues.
• Monitor students during non-instructional periods to ensure safety and well-being.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by lead teachers or administration.

Skills

High School Diploma

Experience Preferred

Interpersonal Skills

Patience & Empathy

Team Player

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Tech Fluency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryPosition Type: Part TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDJob Category: EducationJob description

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with lead teachers to assist in classroom management and maintain a conducive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom instruction (substituting when necessary), classroom management, lunch supervision, carpool supervision, and recess supervision
• Provide instructional support by working with small groups of students or individual students to reinforce concepts and facilitate learning.
• Aid in the preparation of instructional materials, including worksheets, handouts, and visual aids.
• Assist in grading assignments, tests, and assessments, and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Help organize and maintain classroom resources, materials, and equipment.
• Support students with special needs or learning difficulties by implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) or 504’s and providing personalized assistance.
• Be engaged in the learning process from roughly 8:00-2:30 each day.
• Maintain open and effective communication with students and colleagues.
• Monitor students during non-instructional periods to ensure their safety and well-being (lunch and recess; maintain order, cleanliness, and safety)
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills in education.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by lead teachers or school administration.
• Provide instruction when the teacher is out of the classroom.
• Model and remind students of the Lincoln dress code and behavior expectations following the guidelines in the Lincoln Academy Policies.
• Lead parents through the carpool process (morning or afternoon as assigned)

Decisions made by Teacher Assistants:

• Putting a behavior into educators' handbook
• Decide what appropriate behavior on the playground looks like
• When subbing, modify lesson because of student understanding
• Assign seats in the lunchroom
• Cut recess short because of inclement weather
• If a student needs help or support while a teacher is instructing
• Manage a situation if student safety is of concern
• Bring student to office if a safe school violation occurs
• Refer student for dress code to counselor
• Submit a ticketInstruct student behavior and position for safety during carpool.
• Call parents if a student is sick
• Assigning lunch clean-up for student who has left messes

QualificationsQualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (a degree in education or relevant field is a plus).
• Previous experience working with students or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic classroom environment.
• Familiarity with instructional technology and computer skills is desirable.

Schedule

• Unless indicated, schedule will be Monday through Friday, Aprox 28-30 hours per week.