Academic Assistants (K-4)

 

JobID: 315


Position Type:
Summer Enrichment Program/Academic (Instructional) Assistant

Date Posted:
4/18/2023

Location:
Booker T. Washington Academy Middle School

Date Available:
06/27/2023

Closing Date:
Upon Hire

Job Description: Booker T. Washington Academy-Summer Academic Assistants

Dates of Employment: June 27 - July 28, 2023
Summer Enrichment Program Schedule: July 3 - July 28, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Academic Program: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Enrichment Activities: Monday-Thursday, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Enrichment/Field Trips: Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.



Daily Rate: $25 per hour

SUMMARY
The responsibility of the teaching - assistants is to work closely with the teacher to support in the smooth and effective running of the class. The Academic Assistant reports to the Summer School Director.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES
• Supports and advances the Mission, Vision and Philosophy of the School.
• Supports student learning and achievement through cooperative effort and best practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist the teacher with regular lessons and activities using different collaborative models
• Supervise or lead small group activities
• Assist individual students as needed (ELL support, IEP recommendations, ...)
• Administering basic first aid or bringing children to the nurse’s office for medical attention
• Supervise the class when teacher is not in the room
• Check student work that is assigned by the teacher
• Prepare various teaching aids (e.g. organize centers, posters, educational games, etc.)
• Assist in the maintenance of the classroom organization (e.g. tidying, filing, etc.)
• Prepare and present displays of students' work
• Provide direct instruction to individual students or small groups based on guidance from the teacher
Professional Expectations:
• Support the objectives of the school (e.g. implementing natural consequences, encouraging appropriate risk - taking, using positive reinforcement, etc.)
• Use behavior management strategies in line with the school’s policy and procedures which contribute to a purposeful learning environment
• Respect students’ social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students
• Dress appropriately, as per school dress code
• Is punctual
• Attend team and staff meetings as required
• Work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team
• Communicate effectively with sensitivity
• Build and maintain successful relationships with students, treating them consistently, with respect and consideration and to be concerned for their development as learners
• Provide constructive feedback to the student and teacher (both verbal and written)
• Maintain confidentiality
• Continually seek to improve own practice, including through observation, examination and discussion with colleagues
• Be proactive and take initiative
• Seek advice or guidance as necessary
Knowledge and Requirements
At least 60 hours of college credit or and Associates Degree Long term goal of becoming a classroom teacher