Teacher's Assistant (Paraprofessional)-DSA ES SOKC

Dove Science Academy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Dove Science Academy is seeking a Pre-kindergarten teacher assistant to support early learning activities in Oklahoma City. The role involves preparing materials, assisting with lesson delivery, and helping students with individualized needs in a structured classroom setting.

The ideal candidate will have 48 college credit hours or a Paraprofessional Certificate, or have passed the Paraprofessional Test at Bronze level.

Qualifications

• 48 college credit hours or Paraprofessional Certificate from Oklahoma State Board of Education or pass the Paraprofessional Test with Bronze Level.
• Assist in classroom preparation and organization of materials.
• Support students individually and in small groups, including those with special needs.
• Assist with planning and implementing lesson plans and activities.
• Help maintain classroom order and intervene when needed.
• Communicate with the teacher about student needs and attend meetings.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and protect student confidentiality.
• Participate in school activities such as parent nights and home visits.
• Assist with meal preparation and basic cleaning duties in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Setting up the classroom for lessons and organizing materials.
• Help with lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Support students individually or in small groups.
• Assist with behavior monitoring and classroom management.
• Communicate regularly with the lead teacher about progress.
• Attend meetings and participate in school activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
• Assist with meals and basic classroom cleaning.

Skills

Classroom preparation

Student support

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication

Professionalism

School participation

Meal preparation

Cleaning

Education

48 college credit hours

Paraprofessional Certificate (Oklahoma)

Paraprofessional Test Bronze Level

Job description

A Pre-kindergarten teacher assistant's job description includes a variety of tasks, such as:

• Having 48 college credit hours -or- Paraprofessional Certificate from Oklahoma State Board of Education -or- take and Pass the Paraprofessional Test with at least a Bronze Level
• Classroom preparation: Setting up the classroom for lessons, helping with materials, and keeping the classroom clean and organized
• Student support: Working with individual students and small groups, helping with special needs, and monitoring behavior
• Lesson planning: Assisting with planning and implementing lesson plans and activities
• Classroom management: Helping to maintain order in the classroom, and intervening when necessary
• Communication: Communicating with the teacher about student needs, and attending meetings
• Professionalism: Displaying ethical and professional behavior, and protecting student confidentiality
• School participation: Participating in school activities, such as parent nights and home visits
• Meal preparation: Helping with meal preparation, including ordering food, cutting fruit and vegetables, and setting the table
• Cleaning: Assisting with basic cleaning duties, such as dusting, washing equipment, and cleaning painting boards