ELC Teacher Aide (Full-Time)

Job Title: Early Learning Campus Teacher Aide Department: Full Time 10 Months Reports To: Early Learning Campus Principal FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Summary To assist classroom teachers in the instructional process, reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom environment. Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans and provide routine support. Assist students with academic and/or physical needs in order for students to access the educational environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist the ELC department in implementing classroom instruction based on predefined curriculum. Maintain a safe and organized classroom environment for children. Assist the lead teacher in ensuring the physical, social, cognitive, spiritual, and educational excellence of the children. Ensure that the classroom is aesthetically attractive so that students enjoy their surroundings while learning. Provide support to the lead teacher in planning lessons, preparing materials, and daily activities based on the principles of child development. Ensure development of positive relationships with children which promotes self-esteem and self-discipline. Provide comfort to distressed children through compassion and tact. Provide children with support during lunchtime and ensure that their nutritional needs are fulfilled. Escort children to the restroom and assist them when necessary. Oversee children to make sure that they are safe during outdoor activities. Assume the lead teacher role in the absence thereof if necessary. Ensure positive relationships with lead teachers and other School staff. Provide support to the lead teacher with clean up at the end of the day. Provide assistance and/or instruction for special classes as directed by the ELC Principal (example – music, Spanish, PE, chapel, etc.) Maintain a positive attitude and desire to be flexible for the good of the ELC program. Ensure the confidentiality of each child’s records, academic progress, and behavior. Attend faculty meetings, professional development training, and other events as required by the ELC Principal. Assist children with exiting and entering vehicles during morning and afternoon carlines. Assist in other areas as deemed necessary by the ELC Principal and lead teacher. Competencies Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Student/Staff Support - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to student needs. Establishes a high degree of approachability through healthy, appropriate relationships. Dependability - Commits to doing the best job possible. Follows instruction. Keeps commitments. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Takes responsibility for own actions. Planning & Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner. Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children and parents/guardians and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s program and philosophy. Language Ability Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, handbooks, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of students and staff. Reasoning Ability Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate a reasonable level of computer literacy. Basic proficiency is needed in word processing, e‑mailing, accessing the Internet, school management software. Expectations Acknowledge Christ as Savior and support the school’s Statement of Faith and Philosophy Statement. Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions towards others. This includes being committed to God’s Biblical standards for sexual conduct (Luke 6:40). Possess evidence of competence in area of instruction, or other adequate preparation, background, or experience as determined by the school administrator. Have a working knowledge of and follow LCA’s Employee Handbook, Parent & Student Handbook. Sign and live by the school’s Lifestyle Statement and Moral Integrity Statement as a condition for employment and continued employment in this ministry. Maintain confidentiality in the operation of the classroom and the school. Refrain from unwholesome talk, including profanity, slang (language widely used and accepted, but not appropriate for godliness) or jokes that may be offensive. Place his/her school ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities. Maintain a personal appearance that model’s cleanliness, modesty, and good taste consistent with school policy. Supervisory Responsibilities None Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

CORE VALUES

Pursuit of Truth. We affirm “all truth is God’s truth” through a liberal arts education that fosters a love for learning and a desire for wisdom. (John 8:32: and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free) Primacy of Scripture. We teach all subjects from a biblical worldview and we apply the truth and authority of biblical principles in all situations. (2 Timothy 3:16-17: All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.) Imago Dei. We respect all people as individuals created in the image of God and we celebrate the diversity of gifts and callings. (Genesis 1:26: Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness.) Covenant relationships. We build relationships that foster mutual support, respect, and a commitment to promote the welfare of others. (Philippians 2:3-4: Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others) Discipleship. We, as Christ-followers, are committed to a life of virtue and acting as agents in God’s plan of restoration. (Matthew 16:24: Then Jesus told his disciples, if anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.) Servant-leadership. We provide opportunities to serve one another, our community, and our world. (Matthew 20:26-28: But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve) The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. This Job Description does not alter the “at-will” nature of employment. All employees of LCA are employed by LCA on an “at will” basis, which means that Employees have the right to terminate their employment at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice, and LCA has the same rights. Nothing contained in this job description or in any other materials or information distributed by LCA alters that at-will relationship. An employee’s status as an “at-will” employee may not be changed, except specifically in writing, signed by the Head of School. I fully support the Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Core Values, Statement of Faith and Morality Statement as written without mental reservations #J-18808-Ljbffr Page Mechanical Group, Inc.