Teaching and Learning Assistant - Joyful Learning Academy

Position Type:

Oth Classified Support Person/Teaching and Learning Assist Date Posted:

5/20/2026

Location:

Instructional Support Center Date Available:

07/27/2026

Job Code:

Teaching and Learning Assist - 030277

Standard Hours:

40

Department:

Early Learning & School Readiness - 222252

Empl Class:

NA Minimum Salary:

$38,022.00/

Annually Maximum Salary:

$63,034.00/

Annually Scheduled Days:

245

Target Openings:

1 This position will be based out of our new early learning center, Joyful Learning Academy, at 3025 Bethany Church Rd, Snellville.

License and Certification Qualifications:

None Required Education Qualifications:

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree or equivalent RequiredBachelor\'s Degree in related field

Preferred Experience Qualifications:

3 years in an office/clerical environment RequiredExperience in an early learning educational setting

Preferred Skills Qualifications:

Ability to communicate with others in an effective and professional mannerInterpersonal skills to work successfully with internal and external contactsExcellent skills in organization and time managementAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and with limited supervisionProfessional-level oral and written communication skillsAbility to work as an effective team memberAbility to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accuratelyStrong editing and proofreading skillsStrong bookkeeping/accounting skillsAbility to represent Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) in a positive and professional mannerStrong technology skills and demonstrated knowledge in up-to-date computer software and programs, including Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, PeopleSoft, G-SuiteSkills in typing, word processing, spreadsheets, flyers, newsletters and graphicsAbility to utilize social mediaAbility to prepare reports and draft professional business correspondenceAbility to learn new software packagesFlexibility to adjust to meet deadlinesExcellent telephone and public relations skillsAbility to maintain strict confidentiality of information with high integrity

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist in the organization, support, and coordination of programming in the Department of Early Learning and School Readiness. Perform administrative duties for the Early Learning and School Readiness Office. Align priorities with those of supervisor.

Manage concurrent tasks effectively and ensure that priorities are completed accurately by established deadlines.

Manage large projects and concurrent tasks effectively to ensure priorities are completed by designated deadline.

Assist with the coordination of program office initiatives and record keeping.

Serve as the program office representative for various department, division, and/or district functions.

Assist with creation and distribution of materials. Develop and maintain an effective operating partnership with supervisor. Collaborate with supervisor on supervisor\'s schedule to ensure deadlines are met effectively.

Anticipate and effectively support supervisor\'s job related needs.

Maximize supervisor\'s time by organizing supervisor\'s incoming and outgoing materials effectively.

Handle routine matters while supervisor is out of the office.

Help supervisor cultivate a responsive, customer centered climate.

Represent supervisor in professional manner with internal and external contacts. Perform clerical duties for the Early Learning and School Readiness Office. Maintain an effective and efficiently run office.

Apply software and technology appropriately to produce quality documents and materials.

Maintain an appropriate production rate and streamline routine tasks to manage time effectively.

Efficiently organize work area and work in progress, to include testing materials, school test request processes, and community resources.

Maintain records and files related to program initiatives.

Collaborate with supervisor to develop efficient processes and communications between Early Learning and School Readiness Office and external groups.

Generate reports to provide data for department programs. Perform financial and accounting duties for the Early Learning and School Readiness Office. Prepare and maintain accurate and timely payroll/financial records and reports.

Assist in monitoring monthly budget print outs and submit balance for each line item to supervisor on a monthly basis.

Assist in reconciling monthly purchase card statement and submit documents for each line item to supervisor on a monthly basis.

Assist with budget amendments and travel requests and review for accuracy.

Assist in preparing annual budgets.

Utilize district process and application for procurement of department supplies and materials.

Submit miscellaneous payroll as needed. Communicate with other people in a businesslike, courteous, and efficient manner. Cooperate with and maintain a positive relationship with division, department, and program office staff and with all other school system employees.

Support supervisor by being knowledgeable of department programs, procedures, and information needed to assist in program office functions. Establish effective public relations. Represent the division, department, and program office professionally in all aspects of communication.

Serve as the first line customer service contact for the Early Learning and School Readiness Office.

Handle internal and external contacts, including the public, graciously and effectively.

Establish a professional reputation as businesslike, courteous, and responsive to customer needs.

Link internal and external contacts requesting information with appropriate personnel.

Research, review and respond to customer inquiries in an accurate and timely manner.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also required to talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use hands to touch, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.