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Job Title: Elementary Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Reports To: Special Needs Director
Time Status: Part-time - Monday-Friday (Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri 8:00-2:00, Wed 9:00-2:00)
Job Description
The Special Needs Teacher’s Assistant will support the Elementary Special Needs classroom, working alongside a Special Needs teacher to serve students with special needs. This position entails individualized care and assistance to students with special needs, ensuring they can actively participate in learning and faith-based activities. This position promotes a positive, inclusive educational environment that reflects Christ, helping students grow academically, behaviorally, and spiritually.
Essential Job Requirements
● Create a welcoming environment for individuals with special needs to learn about the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
● Required to work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
● Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher.
● Maintain all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher.
● Assist in preparing and organizing instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher.
● Adapt to modified activities using a multi-sensory approach.
● Required to monitor the classroom to support educational activities.
● Must not discuss confidential school business or student records.
● Help to monitor students during academic areas, lunch, and specials.
● Initiative to identify ways to support the teachers and students in the classroom.
● Encourage desirable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
● Implement behavioral strategies to support the individual needs of students.
● Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
● Other duties as assigned by the Special Needs Director
Spiritual Qualifications
● Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
● Affirm and communicate doctrine consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 revision, and The Nashville Statement.
● Fully supportive of the decisions and loyal to the mission and leadership of the school and the church.
● Passion for connecting with students and families in support of student success within a Christian environment.
Reports To: Special Needs Director
Time Status: Part-time - Monday-Friday (Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri 8:00-2:00, Wed 9:00-2:00)
Job Description
The Special Needs Teacher’s Assistant will support the Elementary Special Needs classroom, working alongside a Special Needs teacher to serve students with special needs. This position entails individualized care and assistance to students with special needs, ensuring they can actively participate in learning and faith-based activities. This position promotes a positive, inclusive educational environment that reflects Christ, helping students grow academically, behaviorally, and spiritually.
Essential Job Requirements
● Create a welcoming environment for individuals with special needs to learn about the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
● Required to work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
● Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher.
● Maintain all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher.
● Assist in preparing and organizing instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher.
● Adapt to modified activities using a multi-sensory approach.
● Required to monitor the classroom to support educational activities.
● Must not discuss confidential school business or student records.
● Help to monitor students during academic areas, lunch, and specials.
● Initiative to identify ways to support the teachers and students in the classroom.
● Encourage desirable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
● Implement behavioral strategies to support the individual needs of students.
● Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
● Other duties as assigned by the Special Needs Director
Spiritual Qualifications
● Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and a lifestyle of biblical integrity.
● Affirm and communicate doctrine consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 revision, and The Nashville Statement.
● Fully supportive of the decisions and loyal to the mission and leadership of the school and the church.
● Passion for connecting with students and families in support of student success within a Christian environment.
Grace Christian Academy
Grace Christian Academy, a college preparatory school located in Knoxville, provides a rigorous educational program taught from a Biblical worldview for students grades K-12.
The faculty and staff at Grace Christian Academy are part of a collective team as they partner with peers, the administration, and families to carry out the mission of the school. Employees enjoy an extensive benefits package, including health insurance, tuition benefits for their own children, paid sick and personal leave. As a part of a school that seeks to lead, build, and equip students to become mature disciples of Jesus Christ, the faculty and staff enjoy a sense of fulfillment as they work together to see this vision accomplished.
Company Website: www.gcarams.org
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