Teacher Assistant

Position Summary

Garland Oaks seeks to hire a Teacher Assistant to work alongside our classroom teacher within a safe home for DMST female survivors ages 12-17 years.

The primary focus of this position is to improve students learning experience by assisting the primary educator with day-to-day tasks. The ideal candidate will succeed in supporting fellow education staff while also acting as a resource and support role to students to maximize their classroom time. This role is responsible for helping facilitate a well-rounded and successful learning environment for the girls at Garland Oaks.

Hours: Part Time

Location: Blount County (undisclosed location)

Principle Duties

Aid in preparation and execution of lesson plans

Helping set up and take down classroom materials and equipment as needed

Review classroom material with students on an individual basis

Making sure students’ needs and concerns are met

Maintaining a clean, tidy, and safe environment for students

Supervising students and monitoring behavior

Facilitating an organized workspace

Perform administrative and clerical duties such as typing, photocopying, laminating, filing, and maintain records

Intervenes, when necessary, in crisis situations in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines

Submits information to Shift supervisor/Team Leaders on the more serious disciplinary actions and in accordance with facility policy/procedures

Maintain and model appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality

Work with other staff members to provide structure and consistency

Maintain timely and effective communication with all staff and supervisors

Compliance Responsibilities

Comply with all State and national Standards of Accreditation and Certification

Prepare for and participate in all reviews, audits and surveys of the agency

Ensure all activities within the agency conducted within the guidelines and regulation of Federal HIPAA requirements

Education, Experience, Other Qualifications

A. Education

• High school graduate or equivalent, Bachelors Preferred

B. Experience

• Experience in classroom or educational setting

• Familiarity with educational administrative tasks

• Understanding of different learning methods

• Experience working with youth with emotional and behavioral challenges

• Experience in crisis prevention, intervention, and conflict resolution skills

C. Character and Skills

• Passion and calling to develop strong relationships with others who are passionate about bringing an end to DMST

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a positive collaborative relationship among staff

• Decision-making

• Excels in a high-paced work environment

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to multi-task effectively

• Focused and supportive to management at all times

• Self-starter who works well independently

• Adaptable and calm under pressure

D. Spiritual

• Deep faith in and abiding walk with Christ, understanding of Biblical principles and of the hope, healing, and redemptive work of Christ

• Growing spiritual life, with the desire to bring honor and glory to the Lord at Garland Oaks as well as outside the home

• Agreement with and adherence to our Statement of Faith (The Lausanne Covenant)

E. Other

• Must meet criminal background check requirements

• Provide Garland Oaks with all appropriate background and clearance documents as required by state and federal laws

• Once selected, successfully complete the prescribed courses of training

• 21 years of age at the time of application submissionF. Travel

• Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license

**This job description in no way implies that the duties listed are the only ones the employee will be required to perform.**The employee may be expected to perform other tasks, projects, and training as requested by his or her supervisor.

To Apply: Apply online at streethopetn.org/careers

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 per week

Ability to Commute:

• Maryville, TN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Maryville, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person