ECCA Teaching Assistant

TITLE: ECCA Teaching Assistant

Supervisor: Principal & Assistant Principal

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45-3:15

Start/End Date: January 6, 2025 – May 30, 2025

Pay : starting at $21/hour plus health/dental and PERA retirement benefits

About Eagle County Charter Academy

ECCA is a K-8 public charter school with a long history of offering college preparatory curriculum and character development. Small class sizes and an empowered staff are cornerstones in creating ECCA’s strong community of excellence where everyone has the opportunity to reach their potential.

We look forward to having you join our collaborative, innovative team!

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:

Supports teachers with instruction aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards. Supervises assigned students and maintains a positive learning environment. Adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement. Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community members.

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

• Daily push-in support for teachers; small group and individual student support as needed.
• Participate in group meetings focusing on student learning and individual growth goals/goals.
• Participate in the development and enhancement of a school-wide culture that promotes professional growth and student learning.
• Provide supervision in the lunchroom/playground and during recess and breaks. Provide classroom coverage for teacher meetings, etc.
• Teach to an identified learning objective, presents content accurately, implements a variety of instructional strategies, checks frequently for student understanding, and monitors student progress.
• Promote and maintain student behavior expectations conducive to learning and maximizing learning time.
• Establish and demonstrate positive relations with students, parents, other staff members, and the community.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, confidentiality, and security of all student information.
• Comply with School policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

CONTACTS:

Students, parents, support staff, principal, master teacher(s), mentor teacher(s), teachers and community members.

SUPPORT:

• Collaborative professional development through teaming with other teachers.
• A school culture that promotes professional growth, collaboration among teachers and student learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Active teacher authorization or license issued by the State of Colorado, preferred.
• Active Colorado substitute license required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.