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If you enjoy working with children and want a role where your support can make a meaningful difference in the classroom, this Teacher Assistant position at Tiffany Ridge Elementary offers an opportunity to help students learn, grow, and feel supported every day. Working under the direction of a classroom teacher, the role combines academic assistance, student supervision, instructional activities, and hands-on support for students with different learning and mobility needs.
This position is especially well suited for candidates with at least 60 college credit hours who have strong communication skills, positive interpersonal abilities, and a genuine interest in education. From tutoring individuals and small groups to preparing learning materials, supporting behavioral strategies, and participating in creative activities, Teacher Assistants play an important part in creating a productive and engaging school environment.
Teacher assistants serve to enhance the instructional program available in the schools. They are employed to provide better learning opportunities for students in situations where large class sizes or a particular need exists. The assistant aids the teacher in providing instruction and also performs duties that free the teacher to work with those students needing more help. Many of the functions carried out by the assistant are similar to those presented by the teacher. However, the assistant works under the direction of the teacher, and only the teacher may diagnose and prescribe for the learning needs of the students. All plans for a lesson originate through the classroom teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A minimum of 60 college hours. Bachelor’s degree with Missouri teacher certification preferred.
- Positive interpersonal skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Tutor individuals or small groups.
- Escort class to other instructional areas.
- Operate instructional equipment for the classroom.
- Assist students with mobility needs. (May involve lifting, toileting, etc.)
- Gather and produce instructional material for use in the classroom.
- Assist with appropriate behavioral intervention techniques as directed by the supervising teacher.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding students and families’ academic and social needs.
We watch school-age kids before and after school, normally from 6:30 am to 8:30 am and 3 pm to 6 pm. We come up with daily lesson plans and other fun activities for them to do, which include but are not limited to arts/crafts, cooking projects, outside/gym, math/science, etc. Personally, as a mother, I learn new ways of handling different situations every day, as well as applying what I already know. The best part of the job is getting to know and spending time with all the kids. The hardest part of the job would be the fact that they don’t require any management skills other than 60 college credit hrs in any subject, not even a degree. That makes it hard to work under someone who doesn’t know how to manage others, but you have to start somewhere. Year to year, we never know who our co-workers are going to be because they move us at will to different schools every year, but we have a good time.
- Primary Location Tiffany Ridge Elementary
- Salary Range $15.57 / Per Hour
- Shift Type Full-Time
Overall, this Teacher Assistant job offers a rewarding opportunity to gain valuable experience in education while building meaningful relationships with students and supporting teachers in the classroom. With a $15.57 per hour starting rate and a full-time schedule, it can be a strong opportunity for someone looking to develop practical skills while making a positive impact on students’ daily learning experiences.
