Hybrid Upper Elementary Teaching Assistant bei Whitko Community School Corporation

                                        Job Description-Upper Elementary Teaching Assistant

Position Summary: Join our team dedicated to making a difference! As a classroom support assistant, you’ll work alongside the teacher to empower students. This role offers the opportunity to provide one-on-one support during lessons and activities, foster meaningful connections, and contribute to a positive learning environment. Additional responsibilities include assisting with classroom preparation, organization, and supporting effective classroom management. If you’re compassionate, committed, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to have you on our team!

 Reports To: Teacher

 Knowledge, Skills & Implementation

• Good communication skills, following written and verbal instructions

• Ability to relate to students with compassion

• Maintain confidentiality of student information at all times

• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and accountability

• Demonstrates  patience when dealing with students

• Engaged and present during class sessions

 Instructional Leadership

• Guide and assist students with lessons, activities and technology tasks under the direction of the classroom teacher.

• Reinforce concepts that were taught in classroom instruction.

• Assist teachers with classroom activities and lessons.

• Adapt and modify coursework under the direction of the classroom teacher.

• Attend field trips and other community activities implemented for students.

• Assist classroom teachers with implementing behavior support plans

•  Performs other duties as assigned at the request of the teacher or their designee

• Additional supervision as required by the teacher

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent