Long Term Sub: Classroom Assistant at Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori School

Job Summary

Job Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Principal and/or Dean, The Elementary Classroom Assistant supports the Lead Teacher and students in grades 1-6th in an environment that nurtures the children's academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual needs; in an environment that challenges each child to reach his/her fullest potential, in accordance with the Montessori philosophy and California State Education curriculum benchmarks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The list of duties and responsibilities are not listed by importance or priority. Other duties may be assigned: -Assist students toward self-directed learning and normalization. -Model authenticity and respect in interactions with students and adults -Support children to solve problems independently when possible -Follow school procedures when conflicts or injuries arise -Communicate clearly in both written and spoken -Work to implement Lead Teacher’s plans and systems -Continuously maintain awareness of children and safety -Respond appropriately to a variety of situations calmly -Help maintain the classroom and organizational needs -Supervise lunch and recess -Keep classroom materials stocked and supplied -Support supervision of PE -Support record keeping, daily attendance, and other organization systems -Support in correcting and editing of student work as needed -Assist students toward self-directed learning and normalization -Participate in professional activities designated by the Principal, which may include workshops, curriculum development, retreats, meetings, grade reporting, planning, and other professional pursuits. -Attend all pre-announced staff meetings and professional sessions, including staff, department, committee, and evening parent meetings. -Work to develop close and effective relationships with families, including opportunities to discuss and understand the child’s progress

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