Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Overview

Employment Term: 180 Days

Status: Full-Time

Reports To: Head of School and/or his designee

The Kindergarten Teacher Assistant supports the classroom teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for kindergarten students. The assistant supports instruction, supervision, and daily classroom operations, ensuring students are appropriately supervised and supported throughout the entire school day, including times outside of the classroom.

• Assist the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities and lesson implementation
• Support small-group and individual instruction under the direction of the teacher
• Help create and maintain a positive, structured, and safe classroom environment
• Remain with and supervise assigned students during all non-classroom activities, including Related Arts, recess, lunch, transitions, and other activities outside of the classroom
• Provide active supervision to ensure student safety and appropriate behavior at all times
• Assist with classroom management and reinforcement of school-wide behavior expectations
• Prepare instructional materials, organize supplies, and maintain classroom organization
• Support students with basic needs such as bathroom routines, hygiene, and transitions as needed
• Observe and report student progress, behavior, or concerns to the classroom teacher or administration
• Communicate professionally and appropriately with students, staff, and families
• Follow all school policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School or his designee

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Prior experience working with young children preferred
• Ability to actively supervise students in a variety of settings
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude when working with young learners
• Commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of kindergarten students

• Full-time position following a 180-day school calendar
• Daily hours aligned with the school day and assigned duties

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the classroom and school campus
• Ability to supervise students indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift classroom materials and assist students as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations