What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Teacher Assistant position at Nashville Christian School?
Lower School Teachers Assistant
PHILOSOPHY
NCS TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION
Nashville Christian School, in partnership with parents, strives to give honor and glory to God through Jesus Christ by educating students in a loving, nurturing environment to be committed and productive Christian servants in all areas of this life and in preparation for eternity. We, Nashville Christian School, believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, that Jesus Christ is God’s son, and that the Holy Spirit dwells in each of us. We believe that Christianity promotes high ideals, develops strong character, and holds the only promise for eternal life with God. Nashville Christian School, established by members of the churches of Christ, centers its entire program on Christian principles.
DESCRIPTION
The NCS Teacher is a Christian professional demonstrating Christ’s love while helping students realize
and pursue their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially. The NCS teacher exemplifies the school’s mission and vision to all stakeholders.
PHILOSOPHY
NCS TEACHER JOB DESCRIPTION
Nashville Christian School, in partnership with parents, strives to give honor and glory to God through Jesus Christ by educating students in a loving, nurturing environment to be committed and productive Christian servants in all areas of this life and in preparation for eternity. We, Nashville Christian School, believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, that Jesus Christ is God’s son, and that the Holy Spirit dwells in each of us. We believe that Christianity promotes high ideals, develops strong character, and holds the only promise for eternal life with God. Nashville Christian School, established by members of the churches of Christ, centers its entire program on Christian principles.
DESCRIPTION
The NCS Teacher is a Christian professional demonstrating Christ’s love while helping students realize
and pursue their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially. The NCS teacher exemplifies the school’s mission and vision to all stakeholders.
OBJECTIVES
- Assist with set-up and clean-up of the assigned learning environment.
- Assist the teacher with planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the lead teacher. Grade and sort papers under supervision and guidance of classroom teachers.Communicate with specific parents under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
- Support student learning by reteaching, pulling small groups, and monitoring independent work time.
- Supervise the room when the teacher is not present.
- As assigned by the teacher, assist with general housekeeping; such as yet not limited to: making copies, lamination, creating learning centers.
- Assist the teacher in any other appropriate way. Including, but not limited to laminating, photocopying, preparing bulletin boards, or preparing materials.
- Assist in supervising the classroom and playground: Responsible for discipline in the classroom/playground in accordance with the school’s discipline procedures under the direction of the teacher and/or administrators.
- Supervise students in the lunch room during lunch periods; may be assigned lunch duty.
- Maintain professional attitudes while interacting with students, school personnel, parents, and church personnel.
- Treat all children with dignity and respect.
- Attend all staff meetings and scheduled in-services, as deemed necessary by the principal or administrators.
- Participate in professional organizations, conferences, and workshops that work toward improving childhood education.
- Other duties as assigned by the administration.
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, handheld learning devices and interactive smartboard technology, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to ten pounds.
SCHEDULE
This is the equivalent of a full-time exempt position which works Monday-Friday from 7:15 AM - 3:15 PM with a one-hour lunch break as commensurate with hours the school is open. Time-off shall coincide with the NCS teacher schedule with school holidays.
COMPENSATION
NCS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for this position based on experience and qualifications. As an equal opportunity employer, NCS hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
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You must submit your own Personal Statement of Faith and you must read and sign our school's Statement of Faith and submit it. You will find all of this information on our employment page.
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