5-8 Classroom Aide at VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS

Description

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of middle school students? Do you have a heart for nurturing students in a supportive, faith-filled environment? We are seeking a passionate 5-8 Classroom Aide to join our dedicated team! In this enriching role, you’ll work alongside inspiring educators to support students’ academic and spiritual growth, helping them thrive both inside and outside the classroom. If you’re eager to contribute to a vibrant community where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission! 
 

 Job Summary:  

This part-time position is responsible for Classroom Aide orientated tasks (instructional support, small groups, activity and AM/PM duty) for our 5th-8th grade classrooms. The 5-8 Classroom Aide is one who displays a deep knowledge of Scripture and how it applies to the lives of students. This includes an ability to demonstrate a passion for ministering to students. The 5-8 Classroom Aide must be a professing and maturing Christian enthusiastically supporting Valley Christian's Statement of Faith and mission statements.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Display a deep knowledge of subject/grade and assist with teaching it from Biblical Perspective
• Display the ability to connect Biblical truth to student lives
• Demonstrate a passion for ministering to students through teaching, counseling, encouragement and mentoring
• Assist in promoting student engagement to inspire and encourage progress while supporting and strengthening the learning capabilities of each student
• Assist teachers on preparing lesson materials, grading papers and managing the classroom
• Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors and other school staff
• Assist in managing student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
• Assist in providing a safe, thriving and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus
• Assist with AM and/or PM duties, as well as activity and lunch duties
• Adhere to and honor Valley Christian School's standards, policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Culture Guide
• Perform other related assigned duties

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that is a consistent testimony among others
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Mission & Beliefs which can be found at http://valleychristianaz.org/about/philosophy/
• Agree to uphold Valley Christian’s Statement of Faith
• Must have and maintain a valid level one IVP fingerprint card  
• Must have minimum 1 year of experience in education
• Must have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Must be proficient With Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to multi-task with organization
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to resolve problems, follow through, and manage multiple priorities to ensure that goals are met

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:

• Prior school experience 
• BS/BA degree or equivalent skill/experience in related field

Physical Requirements:

• Use a computer (visual and keyboarding) for long periods of time
• Able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) 50% of the time 
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds 
• At times requires stooping, bending, turning, pushing, pulling, reaching and climbing stairs (2-story) 
• Use of hands, fingers, arms to reach, grip and maneuver objects
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds (fire/security alarms)
• Work in noisy and crowded school environment 
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings when needed
• Frequent walking throughout the campus
• Work around small children including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs
• Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency