The Cooper School is seeking a dedicated and passionate Movement & Floating Classroom Teacher Assistant. The hours for this position are 7:15 am-3:45 pm M-F.
Expectations:
- Plans and implements movement for elementary students in grades K-4 one day a week.
- Plans and implements movement for middle school students in grades 5-8.
- Plans with and assists the teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities.
- Is flexible with schedule changes, and can transition easily from one class to the next.
- Maintains leadership skills with children and has strong classroom management skills.
- Shares in the development and implementation of written lesson plans.
- Becomes familiar with the teacher's written lesson plans, the daily schedule, methods for recording attendance, and all other daily duties of the teacher.
- Assists the Lead Teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean, learning environment and in assuring the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care.
- Maintains a cooperative attitude of working with children.
- Assists the Lead Teacher with behavior management during both group instruction and independent work times.
- Assists the Lead Teacher in implementing the developmental assessment for each child to determine the child's strengths and areas in which each child may need support.
- Assumes the teacher's role in leading selected activities during designated parts of the class day on a periodic basis for training purposes.
- Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, parents, and students.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: The strongest applicants will:
- Have a minimum of 1-year experience in an Elementary or Middle School classroom.
- A bachelor's degree in Elementary education, Secondary education or a related field.
- Be able to manage materials and individualized instruction.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Be comfortable in a professional learning environment.
- Have a deep respect for children.
- Adhere to the professional code of conduct adopted by The Cooper School.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Work Location: In person
