Classroom Assistant

OverviewAs a LifeWise Classroom Assistant, you will support the LifeWise teacher in the classroom and develop positive relationships with students. Your role is crucial to provide an engaging, meaningful and organized classroom experience. Although the responsibilities of the classroom assistant mirror those of a program volunteer, the classroom assistant is a paid position.Job ResponsibilitiesAssist the LifeWise teacher (as needed and directed)Gather, distribute and organize suppliesMake copies and prep activitiesParticipate in class games, activites and discussionsKeep track of attendance records and other administrative tasksHelp with classroom management (as needed and directed)Support the LifeWise teacher with redirection for disruptive studentsEnsure the safety and well-being of students at all timesProvide guidance for students during class activities, assignments and transitionsServe students with special needs or those requiring extra supportModel positive behaviorStrive to model godly characterDisplay enthusiasm for lessons and activitiesAct as a LifeWise Academy ambassador within the communityDevelop relationships with studentsLearn the students' namesFollow-up with students' stories, interests, prayer requests, etc.Chaperone children to and from their LifeWise classes (as needed)Complete the Classroom Volunteer trainingOther responsibilities as assignedQualifications and ExperienceA mature personal Christian faith in agreement with the "What We Believe" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of FaithActive participation in and commitment to a local church whose doctrine aligns with the "What We Believe" section of the LifeWise Academy Statement of FaithLifeWise Academy's hiring practices and EEO Statement are fully in compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" section of employment discrimination laws for religious organizations and permits them to give employment preference to members of their own religion. LifeWise Academy is in that category.Classification: Non-Exempt (Hourly)Employment Type: Part-Time