Teacher Assistant

American Heritage Schools - Broward Campus; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tuition for child

Summer program discounts

Free early/after-care

Yearly bonuses

401K with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Pet Insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Housing assistance

Tutoring & Summer Education programs

Free continuing education

Job summary

American Heritage Schools Broward Campus is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher with attendance and supervision during transitions, and to assist with classroom activities. The role involves documenting progress, helping with grading as requested, maintaining a safe, organized classroom, and delivering instructional support in alignment with school morals and values.

Eligible employees' children may receive free tuition, discounts for summer programs, childcare during work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Compassionate and positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with attendance and supervision during transitions.
• Provide instructional support and help with classroom activities.
• Record keeping such as attendance, grading, and filing as needed.

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

iPads

Learning software

Word processing

Job description

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
• Supplemental Insurance plans available
• 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

• Administrative duties
  • Making copies
  • Taking attendance,
  • Lunch orders
  • Dismissal line
  • 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.