1st Grade Teacher Assistant

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An elementary school in Herriman is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-centered 1st Grade Teacher Assistant to join our team. This position supports classroom instruction and helps create a positive, structured, and engaging learning environment for young learners in our arts-integrated charter school.

• Support the classroom teacher with daily instructional activities
• Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist with classroom management, organization, and transitions
• Support students' social-emotional and behavioral needs
• Help prepare materials and maintain a welcoming classroom environment
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, or transitions as assigned

• Supportive and collaborative school culture
• Strong focus on arts integration and whole-child development
• Meaningful work supporting young students during a critical learning year
• Opportunity to grow professionally in an innovative school environment

• Experience working with children preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
• Ability to follow teacher direction and school procedures
• Commitment to student dignity, safety, and learning

Qualified applicants will have passed the PRAXIS exam, or have an associate's degree (or equivalent credits towards a bachelor's degree). Qualified applicants will work under direction of a certified teacher. Preference may be given to applicants who have previous experience teaching. Candidates must also submit for and pass a background check in accordance with Utah's Department of Public Safety requirements.

Advantage Arts Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

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