Teacher Assistant

American Heritage Schools-Broward Campus; Melaleuca Isles (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition support

Summer education discount

Early & after care

Yearly bonuses

401K matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Housing assistance

Tutoring earnings

Continuing education

Job summary

American Heritage Schools Broward Campus is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher with attendance, supervision, and instructional tasks. The role includes documenting progress, assisting with grading, and helping maintain a safe, organized classroom environment.

The position offers benefits such as tuition assistance for eligible children, summer program discounts, healthcare, life and disability insurance, and opportunities for additional earnings through tutoring and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have compassionate, positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility and organization for classroom duties.

Responsibilities

• Making copies.
• Taking attendance.
• Lunch orders.
• Assist in grading student’s assignments.
• File/organize documents/student’s assignments for grading and/or to be sent home.
• Assist with setting up classroom materials for activities/lessons.
• Supervise students during class transitions and activities.
• Ensure the classroom is safe and clean.
• Report items needing attention to Maintenance.
• Communicate with the lead teacher about student progress when not present.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Tech literacy

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Teacher Assistant

Professional Broward, Plantation, FL, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1320

American Heritage Schools Broward Campus is currently accepting applications for Teacher Assistant. The Teacher Assistant position is in charge of assisting the lead teacher with duties such as attendance and supervision during transitions.

100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *

50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

Yearly bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

Additional earnings available through the Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs

Free Continuing Education available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Teacher Assistant position works under the supervision of the lead teacher, providing instructional support and specialized care to students. Their duties include documenting progress, supporting the students, and teacher with all school-related activities. They are also responsible for upholding the school’s morals and values and ensuring the safety of the students. Record keeping such as attendance, grading, filing, and technology support may be a part of the assistant job as well.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Making copies

Taking attendance,

Lunch orders

Assist in grading student’s assignments when requested by the lead teacher

File/organize documents/student’s assignments for preparation of grading and/or to be sent home

Assist with setting up classroom materials in preparation for activities/lessons

Supervise the students during class transitions and special activities

Ensure the classroom is safe and clean

Contact the Maintenance department with any requests for items that need attention

Communicate effectively with the lead teacher regarding students' behavior, progress, or needs when the lead teacher is not present

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Attend and complete all trainings and meetings directed by your supervisor

Mandatory before-care/after-care, and Corporate Care duties

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must have a compassionate and positive attitude

Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to utilize educational technologies such as iPads, learning software, and basic word-processing software

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Classroom

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged standing/ sitting

Stooping and/or kneeling

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.