Classroom Assistant - Science in Baker, Louisiana at GEO ACADEMIES LOUISIANA

ABOUT US:

GEO Academies is a national, non-profit network of open-enrollment, public charter schools committed to empowering students to accelerate their academic pathways, advance their social mobility, and achieve their career and lifelong goals. Our innovative and award-winning K-16 GEO Academies Model begins with personalized, competency-based learning and accelerates students into post-secondary immersion as early as 9th grade. GEO Academies students have the opportunity to earn a full college degree or career credential even before graduating from high school - at no cost to families.

REPORTS TO/TERM:

Principal and Administrative Team

Full Time 10-month position

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS: A Classroom Assistant is required to perform the following duties:

• Work collaboratively and harmoniously with Lead Classroom Teacher

• Support established classroom rules and protocol

• Motivate and support students in reaching high levels of academic success

• Create a positive student culture around online learning and small group tutoring

• Maintain high behavioral expectations for all students

• Interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support student progress

• Perform targeted individual assistance and small group tutoring

• Assist with the creation of individual learning plans for each student enrolled

• Maintain frequent communication with students and their support network regarding academic progress

• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators

• Participate in staff development opportunities

• Participate in all relative grade appropriate or requested staff meetings

• Ensure the security of computer equipment and accessories

• Dress professionally and uphold all school policies

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or higher with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Desire to grow professionally
• Commitment to the mission and organizational goals of GEO Academies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years’ experience working with children in an urban setting
• At least 9 hours concentrated in Math, ELA or Reading
• Experience or familiarity in one of the following areas:
• Blended Learning
• Online learning / coursework