Interim Teaching Assistant at Classical Charter School

Job Title : Interim Teaching Assistant

Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND)-Brighton, CO

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Full-Time

Reports to : Teaching Assistant Coordinator / Dean of Faculty

Work Hours / Days : Typically from 7 : 15 a.m. to 3 : 30 p.m. each day

Hourly Wage : $ 18-21 per hour, depending on education and experience

We are seeking an interim Teaching Assistant to cover a leave of absence. The position will begin in early January and is expected to last approximately 12 weeks, with the possibility of extension. Further details will be discussed during the interview process.

Position Summary :

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts? Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education?

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver (ACAND) is hiring a Teaching Assistant for Grammar School. Our teaching assistants model good character and assist lead teachers in phonics-based literacy, Singapore math, and the great ideas and works of history, science, and literature, and support daily school operations.

We seek candidates with a high standard of excellence, professional demeanor, warm rapport with students. The ideal candidate will be organized, diligent, and devoted to partnering with his / her lead teacher to help students grow in wisdom and virtue. This position collaborates directly with the assigned lead teacher and reports to the TA Coordinator.

Essential Functions :

• Collaborate directly with the lead teacher to develop and implement a content rich classical education by following curriculum guidelines and expectations
• Assist with classroom housekeeping items such as collecting, organizing, and grading students' work and materials, copying worksheets, distributing materials and items, and keeping a tidy classroom
• Build positive relationships with students by checking up on missing work, managing behaviors, executing small group and individual instruction, proctoring tests and evaluations, and meeting all accommodations
• Assist with daily operations of the school, such as supervision of beginning and end of day routines and procedures, lunch and recess times, and other transitional periods
• Guide and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
• Identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Student Services team to meet the requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Maintain a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Complete all required training and provide documentation
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

Mandatory Background Checks : In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to :

Verification of Qualifications : You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws : Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.