Teaching Assistant
About the role
[Company Name] is hiring a Teaching Assistant to support students and teachers in [grade level or program]. You will work with individual students and small groups, help with classroom routines, and support students with diverse learning needs under a teacher's direction. We are looking for someone patient, encouraging, and dependable who enjoys helping students succeed.
Responsibilities
- Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce lessons
- Support students with IEPs or 504 plans by following accommodations as directed
- Help maintain classroom routines and positive behavior expectations
- Prepare learning materials, displays, and resources
- Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, or field trips
- Observe and share notes on student progress and behavior with the teacher
- Assist with personal care for students who need it, where part of the role
- Keep student information confidential
- Follow school safety and mandated reporting procedures
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people in a school, childcare, camp, or similar setting
- Any paraprofessional qualification required by [State] or federal rules for the position
- Patience, warmth, and a calm approach to behavior support
- Ability to follow teacher direction and work as part of a team
- Clear communication and basic reading, writing, and math skills
- Ability to pass required background checks under state law
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, such as supervising students, with or without reasonable accommodation
Nice to have
- Experience supporting students with disabilities
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Training in behavior support or de-escalation
- Bilingual skills matching our school community
Pay
[Pay range] · [Benefits summary]