Teacher Assistant

Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church; Bradenton (FL); Hybrid; USD 1,791,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Catholic School in Florida invites applications for a full-time Teacher Assistant (37.5 hrs/wk). The assistant supports teachers, supervises students, and reinforces skills in a Catholic school setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and 1–3 years with children. Strong communication, organizational skills, and comfort with technology are required; FDLE Level 2 background check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience working with children.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with children from Kindergarten through Middle School.
• Proficiency with computer networks and software programs.
• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning.
• Strong planning and organizational skills. FDLE Level 2 background check.

Responsibilities

• Assists in supervising learning activities and provides student support.
• Provides instruction to students as prescribed by the Teacher.
• Assists Teacher in evaluating students’ work and reinforces skills.
• Assists in managing student behavior and maintaining classroom order.
• Escorts students during lunch, restroom visits and other activities.
• Assists in lesson plan preparation and development of classroom activities.
• Coordinates with media center staff for classroom resources.
• Assists in preparing bulletin boards, decorations and displays.
• Maintains student records.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Organizational skills

Experience with children

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Computer networks

Educational software

Job description

Title:Teacher Assistant, Full-time (37.5 hrs./wk.)

Reports to: Principal

Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt

Overview

St. Joseph Catholic School within the Diocese of Venice in Florida, Inc. works diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its value system. By word and example teachers support all of the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives.

Our teacher’s assistants embrace the purpose of teaching and witness the tenets of the Catholic Faith, instill a sense of Christ’s mission, charity and service to others; assist in drawing the school community into worship and to build, support and maintain a Catholic culture throughout the School and create a vibrant Catholic culture within the classroom, emphasized through words, deeds, manner of dress and actions.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision of learning activities providing assistance and support to students.
• Provides instruction to students as prescribed by the Teacher and reinforces skills introduced by the Teacher.
• Assists Teacher in evaluating students’ work; works with students individually and in small groups, reinforcing skills based on instructional guidelines.
• Assists in managing student behavior and maintaining class4room order.
• Reinforces rules of the school and classroom; escorts students to time-out or Principal’s office.
• Escorts, supervisors and/or provides assistance to students during lunch breaks, restroom visits and other activities.
• Assists in the preparation of lesson plans; provides input and assistance in the development of classroom activities.
• Coordinates with media center staff for classroom learning resources.
• Assists in preparing classroom bulletin boards, decorations, displays, etc.
• Maintains student records.
• Any other task assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience working with children.
• Strong communications skills both written and oral.
• Ability to work with children from Kindergarten through Middle School.
• Proficiency with computer network systems and software programs.
• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.Undergoing a FDLE Level 2 background check.

Please note:State of Florida law requires fingerprinting and clearance through the Florida DOE Background Screening Clearinghouse for allschool-based positions. For informational purpose only click the link https://info.flclearinghouse.com/