Virtual PLATO Lab Assistant for Credit Recovery

ReNEW Schools; Beech Grove (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Beech Grove High School in Beech Grove, Indiana is seeking a dependable Teacher Assistant to support students in the PLATO Lab, our online credit-recovery program. You will work alongside the classroom teacher to help students stay engaged, complete assignments, recover credits, and progress toward graduation.

The ideal candidate is patient, organized, encouraging, and comfortable guiding high school students through online coursework.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet Beech Grove City Schools employment requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn PLATO online.

Responsibilities

• Support students as they navigate PLATO online courses and assignments.
• Assist students with understanding directions, organizing their work, and managing their time.
• Monitor students' daily attendance, participation, course progress, and assignment completion.
• Identify students who are falling behind and provide timely encouragement and intervention.
• Help students establish daily and weekly academic goals.
• Provide individual or small-group assistance under the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Encourage students to take ownership of their learning and remain focused on credit completion.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate concerns to the classroom teacher.
• Assist with contacting students, teachers, counselors, administrators, and families when directed.
• Support classroom expectations related to behavior, attendance, technology use, and academic integrity.
• Help maintain a structured, quiet, and productive learning environment.
• Protect the confidentiality of student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or building administration.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLATO platform

Job description

Beech Grove High School in Beech Grove, Indiana is seeking a dependable Teacher Assistant to support students in the PLATO Lab, our online credit-recovery program. You will work alongside the classroom teacher to help students stay engaged, complete assignments, recover credits, and progress toward graduation.

The ideal candidate is patient, organized, encouraging, and comfortable guiding high school students through online coursework.