Elementary Teacher's Assistant 2026-2027

Company DescriptionJoin the KIPP Team & FamilyKIPP is hiring a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with the unyielding belief that every child will succeed.KIPP Oklahoma is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. We are driven and committed to our mission and vision.KIPP Oklahoma currently educates over 1,000 students and supports hundreds of alumni. Today, the KIPP Oklahoma network consists of KIPP Tulsa Public Charter Schools (grades 5th - 12th) and KIPP OKC Public Schools (grades PreK - 3rd and 6th - 8th). KIPP OKC Public Schools is growing one grade per year until they are a full PreK - 8th grade program.Mission:Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.Vision:Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.We are a Team & FamilyAt KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy. Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. It starts with respect - for our teacher's innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth and the lives they lead beyond our walls.The Five Pillars of KIPP1. High Expectations. KIPP schools have clearly defined and measurable highexpectations for academic achievement and conduct that make no excuses based onthe students' backgrounds. Students, parents, teachers, and staff create and reinforce aculture of achievement and support through a range of formal and informal rewards andconsequences for academic performance and behavior.2. Choice & Commitment. Students, their parents, and the faculty of each KIPPschool choose to participate in the program. No one is assigned or forced to attend aKIPP school. Everyone must make and uphold a commitment to the school and to eachother to put in the time and effort required to achieve success.3. More Time. KIPP schools know that there are no shortcuts when it comes tosuccess in academics and life. With an extended school day, week, and year, studentshave more time in the classroom to acquire the academic knowledge and skills that willprepare them for competitive high schools and colleges, as well as more opportunitiesto engage in diverse extracurricular experiences.4. Power to Lead. The principals of KIPP schools are effective academic andorganizational leaders who understand that great schools require great school leaders.They have control over their school budget and personnel. They are free to swiftly movedollars or make staffing changes, allowing them maximum effectiveness in helpingstudents learn.5. Focus on Results. KIPP schools relentlessly focus on high student performanceon standardized tests and other objective measures. Just as there are no shortcuts,there are no excuses. Students are expected to achieve a level of academic performance that will enable them to succeed at the nation's best high schools andcolleges. Teachers will be provided consistent and constant professional development.Job DescriptionEssential Functions and Responsibilities:Assist with maintaining a classroom true to the Montessori philosophy, including fostering a classroom community of respect and kindnessPrepare and maintain a Montessori environment, including developmentally appropriate materials and activitiesInstruct students in specific areas or lessons as directed by the lead teacherProvide instruction and support to students' work throughout the dayHelp maintain attendance and other written or electronic recordsSupervise students at lunch, recess and nap periods; support transitions to and from each activity throughout the dayAssist in the daily cleaning routines in the classroom and prepare/ maintain materials for student workObserve student behaviors and step in when appropriate, communicating student progress or concerns with the teacher and other facultyAssist with drop off and pick up at the start and end of each school dayAttend and participate in meetings both 1-on-1 or within groups for the position, classroom, or levelSupport classroom events and trips including outings, class gatherings, performances and moreAcquire professional training and development in the educational field by attending coaching sessions, training workshops and other related learning activitiesAttend a week long overnight camping trip to assist with the supervision of students at the end of the school yearPerform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requestedQualificationsAssociates or Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience working with children ages 4 to 9Basic understanding of a child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional developmentReliable, flexible and able to provide a high level of support to colleagues and studentsDemonstrated commitment to cultural competency, and developing skills to support a diverse student populationEffective communicator, verbal, and written, with children and adultsAdditional InformationCompensation and Benefits:This is a Full-Time, 10-month position. Salary is commensurate with experience and based on the KIPP OKC teacher salary scale.Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in Oklahoma Teacher Retirement plans.