4K Teacher's Aide

WAUWATOSA LUTHERAN SCHOOL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: 4K Teacher's Aide

Job Classification: 10-month employee

Reports to: Principal

Position Summary:

The 4K Teacher's Aide will support the lead teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered learning environment for 4K students. This role assists with daily classroom activities, student supervision, and instructional support to help foster early childhood development spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically.

Philosophy:

Wauwatosa Lutheran School is seeking a Full-Time 4K Teacher's Aide who is passionate about early childhood education and grounded in the school's Christ-centered mission. The Teacher's Aide should ascribe to the Core Values of not only Wauwatosa Lutheran School, but those of WeTeachTruth Lutheran Education He/She should recognize that employees of WLS use our Core Values of Biblical Truth, Relationship Building, Communication, Growth, and Love as the center of their work. There should be a belief in our Mission; Share Jesus, Shape Lives, Develop Leaders, and that mission supports our Brand, We Teach Truth.

Qualifications:

• A deep spiritual and personal commitment to Jesus Christ
• Experience working with young children, preferably in an early childhood or school setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Patient, nurturing, and supportive demeanor
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and staff
• Organized and adaptable in a dynamic classroom environment

Essential Job Functions:

Classroom Support

• Assist the lead teacher with daily classroom instruction and activities
• Help prepare and organize classroom materials, supplies, and learning centers
• Support implementation of lesson plans and activities
• Work with small groups or individual students to reinforce learning concepts
• Encourage student participation and engagement in classroom activities

Student Supervision & Care

• Provide active supervision of students throughout the school day
• Assist with arrival, dismissal, recess, lunch, and transitions between activities
• Help students with basic needs such as restroom use, handwashing, and snack/lunch routines
• Promote positive behavior and assist with classroom management under the direction of the teacher
• Model appropriate Christian behavior and conflict resolution

Classroom Environment

• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
• Assist in setting up and taking down classroom activities and centers
• Ensure materials and supplies are stocked and ready for use
• Support classroom routines and structure to create a consistent environment

Communication & Collaboration

• Work closely with the lead teacher to support student needs and classroom goals
• Communicate effectively with staff regarding student progress and concerns
• Assist in preparing materials or communications for parents as directed by the teacher
• Support a positive and respectful classroom and school culture

Health & Safety

• Follow all school policies and procedures related to health and safety
• Assist in responding to minor student injuries and notify the teacher as needed
• Participate in safety drills (fire, lockdown, tornado, etc.)
• Maintain awareness of student allergies and health concerns

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with special classroom events, activities, and school programs
• Support field trips and other off-campus activities as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the lead teacher or administration