Job Description for

Teacher Assistants Accountability:

Primary—

Assistant Principal, Secondary--Day School Principal Last Updated:

08/06/2019 Purpose The purpose of the Teacher Assistant is to Meet Needs and Develop Disciples. Responsibilities 1) Self-Management and Professional Conduct

• Be a committed Christian.
• See role as a calling for ministry, understanding the mission of the Day School.
• Understand that the aide's first priority is to teach about the love of Jesus through positive role modeling, gentle and consistent temperament, and caring relationships.
• Is a positive, caring person with enthusiasm for caring for children.
• Attend meetings and trainings as directed by the supervisor or principal. 2) Staff Management
• Support other staff by being a positive role model, treating others with respect and care.
• Meet with other staff when asked, for planning and problem solving 3) Child Management
• Assist in implementing the classroom schedule.
• Assist in executing fire, tornado and lockdown drills.
• Follow positive discipline policies as outlined in the Staff Training Manual.
• Directly supervise the children's recess activities.
• Supervise bathroom and help as needed.
• Administer first aid when necessary; assist in reporting all accidents/incidents on appropriate forms.
• Maintain open, honest, respectful communication with teachers regarding academics, behaviors, accidents, illnesses and discipline.
• Become familiar and comply with policies in the staff manual. 4) Personal Characteristics
• Demonstrate initiative and competence in working effectively without close supervision.
• Have genuine Christ-like love for children. Minimum Qualifications
• Be an active, participating member of a local Christian church
• High School or higher education
• Current child CPR certification
• Current infant CPR certification Preferred Qualifications
• Be an active, participating member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person