Job description

Interested & Qualified applicants should submit their application at https://cedars.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx and include Professional References.

Start Date: ASAP

2 positions open - 1 at the Elementary/Middle School campus and 1 at the High School campus

Primary Purpose:

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of young learners? Cedars International Academy is a public charter school in North Austin and we have an opening for a Teacher Assistant to work with our Special Programs students. The incumbent should love to work with children and have a desire to help every student develop problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills, and the resiliency they need to be lifelong learners and productive members of society. The Teacher Assistant provides specialized instruction under the direction of Special Education Teachers to High School students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED with Valid Texas Educational Aide (Paraprofessional) Certificate (Paraprofessional Training will be provided if don't currently have) or
• College Degree may be substituted for a Texas Educational Aide (Paraprofessional) Certificate
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children and/or teenagers
• Ability to communicate effectively, be flexible, punctual, and work within a team
• Ability to use Computers, Google suite of products including Google Sheets, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Zoom, Copier, & Audio Visual Equipment

Experience:

• Some experience working with children and/or teenagers

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provide specialized instruction under the direction of Special Education Teachers to assigned students for all core subjects.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Under the direction of Special Education Teachers, the Teacher Assistant must keep accurate administrative records to include service times, goal progress, and student attendance.
• Substitute for the regular teacher on an as-needed basis.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the Special Education or General Education teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep the student's General Ed and Special Ed teachers informed of the special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

Cedars International Academy Schools highly encourages all employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

We are happy to announce that the Cedars International Academy School Board has approved the District Contribution for health insurance for the 2022-2023 School year. Cedars International Academy will pay up to $492/month which covers the employee-only health insurance premium amount for either TRS-ActiveCare Primary, TRS-ActiveCare Primary +, or the Scott and White HMO Plan. Benefits information can be found here: https://www.cedars-academy.org/apps/pages/HR

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24,941.00 - $39,261.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Cedars prioritizes the safety of our staff and students. We have a very effective safety system in place.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Austin, TX 78752: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Willing to undergo a background check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Working with Children or Teenagers: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Texas Paraprofessional Certification or a Bachelor Degree (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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