FWS - Teacher Assistant at elementary schools in Wood County (Federal Work-Study)

** This position is open exclusively to current Students at Owens Community College who are eligible for Federal Work-Study.

(If you're unsure of your eligibility, please contact .)

Teacher Assistants work in one or more Community Learning Centers (CLC) with Wood County Educational Service Center (WCESC). Teacher Assistants interact with Students, follow directions and complete tasks provided by the Lead Teacher, and help foster a safe and supportive environment for learning. Students supported are often in Grades K-5, with option for Grades 6-12, if preferred and appropriate. CLC site options include Rossford, Northwood, Eastwood, Bowling Green, North Baltimore.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Help provide a safe and supportive environment for learning
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confidentiality and dependability are critical for this role
• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds occasionally

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Lead Teachers with preparing supplies and implementing daily lessons in the classroom, lunch room, and recess spaces.
• Assist in maintaining a quality learning environment
• Operate basic office equipment (copier, paper cutter, hole puncher, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Other Characteristics:

• Personable, motivated
• Dependable and consistent throughout each semester
• Able to meet deadlines

Minimum Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic Computer Skills
• Able to pass background checks
• Provide their own personal transportation

Related details for the position:

• If selected to hire, WCESC and Ohio Department of Education require the standard Employee Medical Statement, which will be the financial responsibility of the Student Employee (personal insurance may cover it).
• $10.45 hourly wage, paid every other week via direct deposit.
• 10-24 working hours per week, with flexibility around class schedule.
• If hired for this role, training courses will require 5 to 10 hours total (paid), such as First Aid, CPR, and others related to child safety and development.