Lower School Teacher Assistant

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Job Summary:

The Teacher Aide will assist the teacher in the overall classroom instruction and help provide a loving, Christian environment for children in accordance to the Board approved curriculum guides, as to fulfill the Mission Statement of Prince of Peace Christian School, "Providing a Christ-Centered Exemplary Education for Each Child", this Job Description, and any other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Carry out all specific duties as assigned by the classroom teacher. Be flexible to changing duties and needs. Duties include but are not limited to: assistance with all class projects during classroom time, supervision of students at recess and PE, preparation of snacks, assistance for children at lunch, preparation for classroom activities (copying, gathering supplies, etc.)
• Show competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with others.
• Relate with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience to children, staff, and parents.
• Ensure the safety of children through supervision.
• Be regular in attendance and observe stated work hours.
• Attend staff orientation meeting, first aid, CPR training, and any staff meetings as directed.
• Read and follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Prince of Peace Christian School Personnel Policies and POPCS Procedure Manual.
• Refer parent questions concerning specific information about children to the classroom teacher. DO NOT discuss other children with parents.
• If your children attend Prince of Peace Christian School, talk to his/her teacher if there is a problem, rather than with other parents.
• Be available to attend meetings and training as required; may need to help with Zone on In-Service days or "holiday care" days and with after-school care for staff children during staff meetings that attendance is not required.
• During probationary period of not more that 90 days, the employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the job competently.
• Operating hours for TA are during school in-session 9am to 2pm unless otherwise instructed.

Preferred Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

• Active member of a Christian Church.
• 21 years of age
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Enjoys working with children.
• Previous work experience to show dependability, responsibility, and maturity.
• Ability to physically tend to students, by sitting, bending, walking with them.

Key Characteristics / Attributes:

• Person of prayer, strong and growing prayer and faith walk, daily Christian servant
• Optimistic, positive, joy-filled, model of professional excellence
• Professional in appearance, dress, confident
• Academically focused and proactive in preparations
• Nurture the heart and mind
• Love children, approachable, patient, understanding of child development stages, engaging, visible, relational, respected
• Communicate tactfully with others
• Demonstrates integrity and is willing to execute with excellence

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; use hands to handle or feel, to talk, and to hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and is required to stand and walk.
• Operation of various school equipment, such as a printer/copier, and laminator
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 9:00AM – 2:00 PM on scheduled in-session school days
• Occasional additional hours as required/needed to attend meetings, complete tasks and/or projects that are assigned or arise

Employment Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Statement

At-Will Employment:

This job description does not constitute an employment contract, either express or implied, and does not alter the at-will employment relationship between the employee and Prince of Peace Christian School. Either the employee or the School may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Job Description Modifications:

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the position, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Prince of Peace Christian School. The School reserves the right to modify job duties, responsibilities, and requirements as operational needs dictate.

Essential Functions and Reasonable Accommodation:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. Upon request, Prince of Peace Christian School will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship, in accordance with applicable law and the School's Employee Handbook policies.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Prince of Peace Christian School is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All aspects of employment—including decisions to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge—will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, age (40 and older), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information (including family medical history), military or veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Faith-Based Mission:

As a Christian educational institution, Prince of Peace Christian School reserves the right to prefer employees who share and support the School's religious mission, beliefs, and values, as permitted by applicable law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Ability to Commute:

• Carrollton, TX 75007 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carrollton, TX 75007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person