Kindergarten and Extended Day Teaching Assistant

Rockwern Academy, Cincinnati''s pluralistic Jewish Day School, is looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in a kindergarten classroom during the school day and then transition to working with K - 8 students in After Care. The hours are 10 AM to 6 PM Monday through Thursday, and 9 AM to 5 PM on Fridays, and will begin in August.

Who are we?

Rockwern Academy''s mission is to expand minds, celebrate Judaism, nurture community, and commit to building a better world. An exceptional student-teacher ratio allows us to value each student as a true individual, discovering what gives them their inner spark. The school serves toddlers through eighth graders.

Qualified applicants will have an Ohio teaching certificate/educational aide certificate (or be willing to obtain certification) and a bachelor''s degree.

Knowledge of Judaism is not required, and candidates of all experience and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Objective

To support kindergarten students and staff by working in partnership with a lead kindergarten teacher in delivering targeted instructional and social-emotional support to students, strengthening their learning experience. In addition, to facilitate a safe, nurturing, and engaging extended-day program that supports students'' well-being after school. The ideal candidate demonstrates flexibility, professionalism, and a strong commitment to student well-being, communication, and collaborative teamwork.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Principal for the TA position and the ECEC Director for After Care.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers with instructional activities, small group work, and student supervision as directed by the lead teacher
• Assist in preparing, organizing, and maintaining classroom materials and learning spaces
• Help maintain a safe, orderly, and positive classroom environment aligned with school expectations and Responsive Classroom* practices
• Support transitions, dismissal, and daily routines
• Assist with student behavior management using age-appropriate, respectful strategies
• Engage children in developmentally appropriate play-based activities during After Care, both indoors and outdoors
• Supervise and support K-8 students during extended day hours
• Greet students and families warmly and communicate respectfully with parents and colleagues
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Support snack, cleanup, and end-of-day routines in After Care setting
• Participate in professional development and school-wide expectations
• Demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, and willingness to support wherever needed
• Faculty are expected to base their practice on the principles of Responsive Classroom. However, it is understood that new staff will need training to meet this responsibility.

Benefits

We are proud to offer paid time off (sick, personal, and holiday); employer-paid life, accidental death & dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance; employer-subsidized medical/prescription plans (including HSA/FSA/DFSA options); dental and vision plans; additional compensation beginning in the second year of service; and tuition reduction plans for employees who send their children to Rockwern. Other voluntary health and financial insurance options, legal and identity protection plans, and access to a group 403(b) retirement plan are also available.