About the role

To provide essential support and assistance to the lead teacher in creating a positive and effective learning environment for students. They strive to reinforce classroom instruction, offering one-on-one attention to students to help them grasp concepts and complete assignments. The teacher assistant  aids in classroom management, ensuring a smooth flow of daily activities and fostering a respectful and inclusive atmosphere. Through their dedication and teamwork, the teacher assistant aims to contribute to the overall success and growth of the students and the educational community.

What you'll do

Curriculum and Instruction

• Assists the classroom Teacher in preparing the classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Helps the classroom Teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instructs students under supervision of the classroom Teacher.
• Assists the classroom Teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assists the classroom Teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression and student and classroom Teacher experiences in large and small groups.

Classroom Management

• Works cooperatively with parents and generates guardians’ confidence in the classroom Teacher.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair and consistent practices, respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.

Student Enrollment and Retention

• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.

Professional Development and Leadership

• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the Academy.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the School Leader. 

Facilities

• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred (or equivalent experience working with children).
• Experience working with elementary-aged students.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable using technology and online learning platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.
• Passion for creativity, entrepreneurship, and global learning.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with online educational platforms.
• Creative mindset and willingness to facilitate project-based learning.
• Positive attitude and strong relationship-building skills.

About Choice Schools Associates

Macomb Montessori Academy (MMA) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Montessori Model, MMA is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding Montessori schools within the state. The Montessori Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.

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