Teaching Assistant

Thomas MacLaren School; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance for 30+ hrs/week

Job summary

Thomas MacLaren School in Colorado Springs seeks a Teaching Assistant to support classroom teachers by implementing the curriculum and assisting in day-to-day tasks. This role involves working with students in small groups and one-on-one to provide academic, behavioral, or SEL support.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (AA or higher preferred) and a genuine love of educating children. Training in pedagogy and collaboration with ESS/MTSS teams will be provided, with duties including

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; AA or higher preferred.
• Willingness to support IEPs and MTSS processes.
• Ability to learn pedagogy, curriculum, and classroom protocols.
• Commitment to the mission and culture of Thomas MacLaren School.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in implementing curriculum and handling logistics.
• Work with students in small groups or one-on-one to address needs.
• Support ESS and MTSS teams with IEPs, 504s, and related plans.
• Help implement academic and behavior plans as directed.
• Receive training to maximize effectiveness with students.
• Fulfill monitoring duties (lunch, recess, traffic) as assigned.

Skills

Student support

Behavioral support

SEL intervention

Team collaboration

Education

High School degree

Associate’s Degree or higher

Job description

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Reports To: Lead Teaching Assistant

Supervisory: No

Exempt Non-exempt

Pay Type: Hourly

Compensation:

• Pay range: $17-$20/hour
• Benefits: For employees contracted for 30 hours per week or more, Thomas MacLaren School pays for 100% of the employee’s base insurance premiums (Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term and Short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, and Life insurance) for the base level coverages. No benefits are provided to employees contracted for less than 30 hours per week.
• General Purpose: To assist classroom teachers in implementing the curriculum and providing student support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist faculty members in implementing the curriculum and completing logistical and administrative tasks
• Work in small groups or one‑on‑one with students who need academic, behavioral, or Social Emotional Learning (SEL) intervention.
• Assist the Exceptional Student Services (ESS) and Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) teams in implementing student plans (IEPs, 504s, MTSS and READ plans, etc.)
• Assist faculty in implementing academic and behavior plans
• Receive training in pedagogy, curriculum, and protocols in order to be maximally effective with students
• Fulfill regular monitoring duties (e.g., lunch, recess, traffic, etc.)
• Any other duties as assigned

This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of this job. It is intended only to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School degree; Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

Other knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Commitment to the Mission and Vision of Thomas MacLaren School
• Understands and supports the culture of the school
• Love of educating children
• Ability to learn and assist in implementing a variety of Lower School curricula (phonics, mathematics, P.E.)
• Ability to impart a love of learning to children
• Exhibits patience and kindness towards students
• Creative in assisting students with problem-solving
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment
• Communicates clearly, collegially, and regularly with co-workers and Head of School
• Willingness to take direction from classroom teachers, SPED Coordinator, and Head of School
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with both young people and adults
• Commitment to a diverse population of students and to closing the achievement gap

Physical Requirements of this position include:

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT EXTREME COLD OR HEAT x VISUAL ACUITY: Near/Far x HEIGHTS x HEARING x NOISE x SPEECH x DRIVING x EYE/HAND COORDIN. x WALKING/Uneven Surfaces x TRAVEL: WORKING ALONE x Local x Work With Others x National x MOVING HEAVY ITEMS: SELDOM OCCASIONAL FREQUENT OPERATING MACHINERY: LIFTING/LOWERING Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20 lb. COMPUTER x LIFTING OVER SHOULDER Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20 lb. COPIER x REACHING OVER SHLDER Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20 lb. MOUSE x CARRYING Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20 lb. TELEPHONE x PUSHING/PULLING Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20 lb. OTHER (please List) PULLING Over 30 lb Over 20 lb 0-20.