Job Description

GEO Prep Baker is a part of a network of high-quality charter schools managed by the GEO Foundation. Working with GEO Prep Academy of GBR, GEO Mid-City and GEO Prep Academy in delivering a high-quality K-12 learning experience to students and their families in the Baton Rouge community. GEO Prep Baker is a tuition-free, public charter school. Our teachers cultivate critical thinking skills students need to understand how the world works around them. Our dedicated faculty are committed to providing an outstanding education for students each day as they transition from elementary to middle school to high school and COLLEGE. Our curriculum and teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge in K-8 and a blended learning model in elementary school through high school. ?We are a TAP school! ?

REPORTS TO/TERM

Principal and Administrative Team

Full Time 10-month position

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
A Classroom Assistant is required to perform the following duties:

• Work collaboratively and harmoniously with Lead Classroom Teacher
• Support established classroom rules and protocol
• 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 relative grade appropriate or requested staff meetings
• Ensure the security of computer equipment and accessories
• Uphold all school policies
• Perform other duties, as deemed appropriate, by Lead Classroom Teacher and Principal

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree or passing scores on Praxis ParaPro examination required; Bachelor's degree preferred? Commitment to the mission and organizational goals of GEO Academies Experience working with students with disabilities preferred. Experience or familiarity in the following areas:

• Blended Learning
• Online learning / coursework
• Successful teaching experience in an urban environment
• 3 years’ experience working with students in educational setting