Student Programs & Classroom Support Aide

POWER CENTER ACADEMY MIDDLE; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestalt Community Schools is seeking teacher assistants for the 2023-2024 school year. Teacher assistants will be assigned to elementary, middle or high school levels and will support teachers with various classroom and administrative tasks.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe learning environment, coordinating program activities, and ensuring accurate documentation while collaborating with school staff and partners.

Qualifications

• At least one year experience working with and/or managing children
• Minimum high school diploma; with a minimum of 48 college credit hours (Required)
• Strong record-keeping abilities
• Reliable, organized and punctual
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Must pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Assists Teachers with various assignments, including copying, observation, checking attendance, and other administrative functions.
• Coordinates program activities (e.g. games, art, music, homework, etc.) for the purpose of addressing the individual and/or group needs of children.
• Evaluates situations (e.g. disciplinary problems, hazardous conditions, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Interacts with scholars in various activities (e.g. snack time, homework, etc.) for the purpose of providing for a safe and positive learning environment.
• Maintains various records and files (e.g. enrollment, daily sign-in/out log, invoices, receipts, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, meeting operational requirements and ensuring accurate documentation as required.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. staff meetings, etc.) for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving one's skill/knowledge.
• Maintain a safe environment for children.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

High school diploma + 48 college credits

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

MS Word

Job description

Gestalt Community Schools is seeking teacher assistants for the 2023-2024 school year. Teacher assistants will be assigned to elementary, middle or high school levels and will support teachers with various classroom and administrative tasks.

The role emphasizes maintaining a safe learning environment, coordinating program activities, and ensuring accurate documentation while collaborating with school staff and partners.