Elementary Teacher's AideLocation: Webster Groves, MO, 63119
We are seeking an Elementary Aide who loves Jesus, loves kids, and joyfully strives for excellence in education. The ideal candidate will have experience working with 1st Graders in a classroom setting as well as supervising at recess and lunchroom settings. This role is a great fit for an experienced teacher seeking to take a step back into a part-time support role, or for an experienced aide desiring to serve in LCMS Lutheran ministry.
Job Responsibilities:- Assist the elementary teacher in managing the classroom and ensuring a safe learning environment
- Assist the elementary teacher in implementing classroom lessons and activities
- Prepare packets and folders for classroom activities: copying, printing, laminating, cutting, etc.
- Assist the elementary teacher in classroom setup, decorating, and basic tidying
- Supervise students during lunch and recess
Qualifications and Characteristics:- Joy in working with elementary-aged children
- Desire to serve children, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to manage groups of 20+ children in classroom, lunchroom, and outdoor settings
- Ability to take direction from school principal and lead teachers
- Ability to work side-by-side with other aides and staff
- Professional and courteous communication with parents, students, and colleagues
- Comfortable with basic technology, including email, word processing, and network drives
- Comfortable with learning new technology and/or smart phone apps
- Ability to stand for several hours, crouch/bend down to children's levels, and go up/down stairs multiple times a day
- Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds
- Alignment with the CCLS Statement of Faith is mandatory
- Active membership in an LCMS Lutheran congregation is preferred
- Past experience as a classroom teacher or aide is preferred
Weekly Schedule:- Part-time position, Monday through Friday, 5 hours per day (25 hours per week)
- Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Off work for school breaks and holidays
Yearly Schedule:- This position will become open starting November 2, but an early start in October is also available
- Typical annual schedule is August 1 through May 31, with the months of June & July off
- Longer breaks include Thanksgiving Break (1 week), Christmas Break (2 weeks), and Spring Break (1 week)
- Worker should return from any family vacations by August 1 to help prep for the new school year
Pay & Benefits:- Part-time hourly pay $16/hour for associate's degree; $17/hour for bachelor's degree
- Part-time benefits include employer-paid pension and 403(b) matching, plus disability and basic life insurance
- Paid training, professional development, mentorship, and quarterly 1:1 check-ins with your leader
- CCLS Health & Wellness Program: incentive program promoting physical, mental, and spiritual wellness
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