Teaching Classroom Support

Woodland Academy seeks a bubbly, creative and dedicated teaching assistant for our private, Christian school set in a Reggio Emilia inspired environment. Come join our team! You'll be glad you did.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation: Your hard work and dedication will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package that recognizes your expertise and contribution to our organization.
• Supportive work environment: We foster a supportive work environment that values teamwork, collaboration, and a sense of enjoyment, creating a vibrant and enriching experience for our children.
• Generous benefits package: Our comprehensive benefits package includes health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off to support your overall well-being.
• Child Care Discount: We understand the importance of affordable child care, and as an employee, you'll enjoy a significant discount on childcare services for your own children.
• Paid Training Hours: We invest in your professional development and provide paid training hours to enhance your skills and knowledge in early childhood education.
• Meals Provided: Enjoy the convenience of having nutritious meals provided often during your working hours, ensuring that you stay energized and focused throughout the day.
• PTO, Paid Holidays, No Weekends: Take advantage of paid time off to relax, rejuvenate, and spend quality time with loved ones. Enjoy holidays off, and rest easy knowing that you won't be required to work on weekends.
• Advancement Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within and providing opportunities for growth and advancement, allowing you to build a fulfilling career in early childhood education.

About Our School:

At Woodland Academy, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and develop foundational skills. Our school is dedicated to upholding the highest standards for early care and education, and we take pride in creating a supportive and enriching atmosphere for both children and their families. We value the importance of building strong relationships, promoting a sense of belonging, and celebrating the unique qualities of each child. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families.

We are a Christian school and live out the tenets of our faith. Our teachers share their love of Jesus daily. Our teachers help children with the "Get To's...We get to love Jesus. We get to love others."

Job Summary

We are looking for an energetic teaching assistant to join our team! You will be assisting teachers with planning and implementing both whole-classroom and small-group instruction.

You are passionate about learning and love working with children. With strong creative and organizational skills, you are able to connect with individual students and develop strong relationships with faculty to create an engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist students individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeteria, schoolyards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress
• Teach social skills to students
• Provide personal care for students ages 0-12
• Maintain an exceptional learning environment inside and outside of the classroom

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a state and federal background check
• A year of previous teaching assistant experience preferred
• High-energy with a love of working with children
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Bubbly, creative personality
• Adhere to strong company dress code