Description

GEO Prep Baker is a part of a network of high-quality public charter schools that deliver the innovative GEO Academies model developed by the GEO Foundation. It joins GEO Prep Academy, GEO Next Generation High School, and GEO Prep Nid-City in delivering a high-quality learning experience to parents and students in Louisiana. GEO Prep Mid-City is a tuition-free, public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. Our dedicated faculty are committed to providing an outstanding education for students each day as they transition from elementary school to middle school to high school and COLLEGE. Through our partnership with local colleges and universities, our students will be able to take dual credit courses on the college campus to earn college and career credits at no cost to the student. Our curriculum and our teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge, Teach Like a Champion and blended learning model. We are a TAP school! 

REPORTS TO/TERM: 

Principal and Administrative Team

This is a 10-month position

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:

A Classroom Assistant is required to perform the following duties:

• Work collaboratively and harmoniously with Lead Classroom Teacher
• Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from Lead Teacher and Administrative Team
• Support established classroom rules and protocol
• Fill in as Teacher when Lead Teacher is absent when asked
• Motivate and support students in reaching high levels of academic success
• Create a positive student culture around online learning and small group tutoring
• Maintain high behavioral expectations for all students
• Interpret, manage, and utilize multiple sets of data in order to best support student progress
• Perform targeted individual assistance and small group tutoring
• Assist with the creation of individual learning plans for each student enrolled
• Maintain frequent communication with students and their support network regarding academic progress
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers and school administrators
• Participate in staff development opportunities
• Participate in all required staff meetings
• Ensure the security of computer equipment and accessories
• Perform other duties, as deemed appropriate, by Lead Classroom Teacher and Principal

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or higher with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Desire to grow professionally
• Commitment to the mission and organizational goals of GEO Academies