Teaching Assistant

The Ivy School’s Mission is to offer a Montessori education that inspires children of diverse backgrounds to be lifelong independent learners who value responsibility and embody peace. The Ivy School puts our students creativity and individuality at the center of all we do. We are a tuition free, publicly funded Montessori School serving students from Kindergarten to 8th grade in North Portland. The Ivy School community, its leadership, teachers, staff, parents, and students maintain an active anti-racist and anti-bias stance. JOB SUMMARY The assistant teacher works under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. Additionally, the assistant teacher works to ensure every student is academically and socially ready for college, their career, and the global economy. To equip all students with knowledge, skills, and motivation that empowers them to direct their lives and become confident, critical thinkers who will contribute to a changing global community. This is accomplished by providing a variety of learning experiences in partnership with the community to meet each student's needs as defined by his or her educational plan. This position reports directly to the Executive Director or Assistant Director. Submit a cover letter and resume to apply. Essential Job Functions Essential functions, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the duties, knowledge and skills outlined in this job description. This list is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: Job Functions Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills. Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs. Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments. Assists in classroom preparation and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs. Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance. Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task. Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, playground duty, corridor, study, and other related non-instructional areas. Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision. Constructs, copies, distributes, and uses educational materials as needed. Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education. Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement of IEP objectives, etc. Participates in IEP process and serves as a resource for the Child Study Team as needed. Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities. Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs. Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed. Adhere to Ivy’s Equity Code. Perform other duties as assigned. Other Duties Display physical, social, mental and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of the position. Serve as a role model for all students and within the school community. Interact with co-workers, administration, students, parents and the community in positive, supportive and cooperative ways. Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator. Attend staff meetings. Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs including recess and other duties as requested Maintain and promote The Ivy Schools goals and objectives. Comply with state, federal and school policies, procedures, rules, and the assistant letter of agreement Regular and on-time attendance is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to carry out written and verbal instructions. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students. Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Google Suite, Word, Excel). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work. Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required. Effective writing and verbal communication skills. Meet Physical and Mental Demands Works in standard office and school building environments. Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required: Associate's Degree Writing Skills Computer Skills Oral Communication Skills Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in education or related field 2 years experience working with young children in diverse settings ADA Requirements The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment), taste and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus. Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work is performed indoors although there will be required outdoor activities. Mental Functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing in the English language, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate. Non-Discrimination The Ivy School will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability or veteran status. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.50 - $19.00 per hour Ability to Commute: Portland, OR 97217 (Required) Work Location: In person