Educational Assistant

Educational Assistant

The Educational Assistants are responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the implementation of the curriculum and the completion of daily tasks. Educational Assistants support Divine Savior Academy in its mission of providing excellence in education, rooted in the timely truths of God's Word.


Values

The core values of Divine Savior Academy are the following:

• Walk with God: I follow Jesus in all areas of my life and am active in a Christian community.
• Lead with a servant's heart: I find ways to positively influence and help those around me.
• Thrive through cooperation: I choose to work with others towards a common goal, so we can go further together.
• Practice a growth mindset: I see my challenges as opportunities to learn and believe I can improve over time.
• Live boldly and confidently: I trust God has a good plan for me, so I take big chances and try new things.

Duties

• Provide assistance to classroom teachers as they seek to provide children with a safe, welcoming, and high-quality learning environment
• Collaborate with their classroom teachers and the Divine Savior staff as a whole, to support their students and carry out their classroom tasks
• Supports the implementation of the planned curriculum and lessons
• Ensures that the classroom expectations are being followed consistently
• Follows all classroom and school procedures to ensure the safety of all students
• Observes student work and provides support as needed
• Redirects children's behavior in order to increase attention and focus
• Supports children who are not comprehending lessons and guides them individually or in small groups
• Engages in appropriate and positive teacher-child interactions in the classroom
• Builds strong relationships with students, parents, families, and colleagues
• Contributes to team-building exercises with staff

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Early Childhood or Elementary Education coursework, training, or experience
• Communicates effectively, excellent interpersonal skills
• Support language development, where facial cues and expressions are critical
• Collaborates with colleagues as a valuable member of the faculty team
• Demonstrates an energetic, positive attitude towards students and work
• Reliable, punctual, and motivated to complete tasks with excellent results
• Must align with our Statement of Faith and Staff Lifestyle Agreement
• This position requires successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more here:
• Exemplary Christian role model who lets his or her "light shine"

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25-50 pounds, sitting for extended periods, and sometimes kneeling or crouching to assist students
• Fine motor skills to manipulate materials and assist students with tasks

Reports to:

• Lead Teacher