25/26 Teacher Assistant Hogan Elementary at Phalen Leadership Academies

Kansas City, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Passion for Working with Students, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Ability, Small Group Instruction, Collaboration, Instructional Support, Behavioral Plans, Compassion, Creativity, Rigor, Feedback, Data Collection, Administrative Tasks, Supervision, Nurturing Environment, Commitment to Excellence

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

The Opportunity: PLA teacher assistants are passionate and devoted assistants bringing creativity and rigor to our classrooms to support an improved learning experience for our scholars. Our teacher assistants are compassionate and committed to building a caring environment that nurtures the success of our school community. As a Teacher Assistant at Phalen Leadership Academies, you will work with individual and/or small groups of scholars under the supervision of a certified teacher. You will do this by following educational and behavioral plans and modeling appropriate behaviors and interactions with students and staff. During non-classroom time, you will function in other support capacities (learning labs, hallway monitoring, lunch duty, etc.) and then implement the academic curriculum during designated blocks of time. The Details Key Deliverables: Assist certified teachers with implementation of differentiation plans for small groups Provide instruction and support for classroom teachers and/or one-on-one tutoring for eligible students Provide instructional support in the library, media center, and/or cafeteria Perform administrative tasks such as filing, answering the phone, etc. Contribute feedback and data on scholar progress, behavior, and performance Assis with supervision of scholars in the lunchroom and on the playground Work in collaboration with teachers and administrators Experience and Education Requirements: A passion for working with students and families in under-served communities High school diploma or its equivalent Analytical ability to plan individual and group activities that stimulate growth in scholars Prior experience with small group instruction, preferred Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with scholars, parents/guardians, and other staff members The Network: PLA is a transformative education nonprofit changing communities across the country by providing a depth of resources not found in the traditional education model. In addition to serving as one of the country’s best turnaround school operators and successfully launching charter school start-ups, PLA also provides our school communities with a successful, research-based summer learning program (Summer Advantage), a successful Reading and Math Intervention program (Reading and Math Advantage), and a workforce development program (Skilled US) that provides expanded opportunities for our high school graduates, along with the family members of our current staff and students. This menu of programs and services is unique to our network, sets us apart from other organizations, and provides expanded opportunities for our staff through career advancement opportunities, and expanded income opportunities. The Campus: Hogan Preparatory Academy, managed by PLA, is in the heart of Kansas City. Founded in 1942, our school was originally called Bishop Hogan, named after John Joseph Hogan, the first Bishop of the Diocese of Kansas City, Missouri. Bishop Hogan operated as a private Catholic school until 1999 when we became a public charter school. We currently serve 1k scholars, PK through 12th grade. In addition to rigorous academics, we pride ourselves in offering art, music, foreign language and competitive youth sports, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. Compensation and Benefits: PLA Teacher Assistants receive a base salary that is competitively aligned with the market. In addition to a base salary, PLA School Teacher Assistants receive: Competitive Compensation Benefits – Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being a part of professional communities within the school Incentive and bonus opportunities PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Please read carefully. Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service. By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

Responsibilities

Assist certified teachers with the implementation of differentiation plans and provide instructional support to students. Supervise scholars during non-classroom times and contribute feedback on their progress and behavior.