Teaching Assistant (K-5) - Grammar School

Job Title: Teacher Assistant (K-5)

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ), Grand Junction, CO

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Grammar School

Work days: School Days Monday -Friday 7:15 am -3:30pm and 7:15 am-4:30 pm one day a week.

Involvement in professional development days, work days, and other staff/faculty days will be determined upon hire

Start Date: August 12, 2024

Hourly Wage: $18-$20 per hour

Benefits Available:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive compensation, full time employees have access to employer-covered monthly premiums for specific health, dental, and vision plans, and employer contributions to health savings accounts for those opting for high-deductible plans. We also offer a percentage match to retirement accounts and an assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions. Additional benefits include paid time off, and sick pay.

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts? Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education?

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ) is hiring Teacher Assistants for Grammar School for the 2024-2025 school year. Located in Grand Junction, CO, ACAGJ is a growing school, offering grades K-9 for the 24-25 school year with plans to expand to K-12 by adding one grade per year.

Our teacher assistants model good character and assist lead teachers in phonics-based literacy, Singapore math, and the great ideas and works of history, science, and literature. We seek candidates with a high standard of excellence, professional demeanor, warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents and other staff members, and a can-do attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will be organized, diligent, and devoted to partnering with his/her lead teacher to help students grow in wisdom and virtue.

This position collaborates directly with his/her assigned lead teacher and reports to the Dean of Grammar School.

Essential Functions: Please review the job description for full details of essential functions.

Position Requirements:

• Loyalty to Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.'s (ACACS) mission and vision
• Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues
• Adherence to all ACACS policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Professional experience working with children preferred
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Satisfactory background check is required by state law and Colorado Department of Education

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse classroom and building
• Must be able to supervise outdoor recess periods for up to 40 minutes outdoor

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses. The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS. Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan. For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.