Pre-kindergarten Teacher Assistant - Norfolk, United States - Saint Patrick Catholic School
Description
Job Title:
Lower School, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Department:
Faculty
Status:
Exempt, Full-Time, 10 month Employee
_ Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking a Lower School Teacher Assistant to nurture and support PreK-4 students in their personal and academic growth for the academic year._
Overview
Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight.
Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework focused on reinforcing six "pillars" of education that support the total formation of each student.
Saint Patrick is a Glasser Quality School.Mission Statement
Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.
Faculty Expectations
- Model faith and service to the community
- Uphold the school's vision of being authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical
- Collaborate with faculty, staff and students to establish servant leadership opportunities
- Promote a culture of respect for all members of the community
- Models behaviors consistent with Catholic values and teachings
Responsibilities
- Support lead teacher support in administering meaningful classroom instruction that is aligned with the school's academic and developmental standards
- Promote a classroom environment that is safe, respectful, nurturing, and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning
- Conduct individual and small group instruction as needed; assess student learning needs and modify instructional methods to fit individual learning requirements
- Assist in establishing and maintaining appropriate standards of student behavior in accordance with the schools guidelines
- Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of developments in the educational field
- Provide assistance in recordkeeping, grading, and reporting as requested and in accordance with school procedures
- Attend regular faculty and department meetings; contribute to teamwork and positive morale
- Participate in faith formation experiences
- Perform other duties as directed by school administration
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with classroom management and working with digital technologies
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to solve problems without sacrificing relationships
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop and run
- Committed to serving as a role model for students
Education and Experience
- 1 year of experience working with children, preferably in an academic setting
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (preferred)
- Eligible to be Licensed by the Virginia Department of Education (preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive salaries based on experience
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plans
- Disability and Life Insurance plans
- Retirement plan with company match
- Oncampus parking
- Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information._
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