Early Childhood Instructional Assistant at Riverview Charter School

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Early Childhood Instructional Assistant

Beaufort, South Carolina, United States | Full-time

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Early Childhood Instructional Assistant to support teachers in providing a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children. The ideal candidate will assist in classroom activities, promote social-emotional development, and ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the lead teacher in implementing lesson plans and activities that support early childhood development that adheres to the school's philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in the adopted charter;
Demonstrates the required expectations that are outlined in the Riverview Charter School Teacher Assistant Evaluation rubric;
Acts as an interventionist under the guidance of the teacher implementing Reading and Math lessons to small groups of students;;
Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and transitions;
Foster a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment;
Support children's social-emotional growth by modeling appropriate behaviors and conflict-resolution skills;
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment;
Assist with classroom management and behavior guidance under the teacher’s direction;
Help prepare instructional materials and set up activities;
Communicate effectively with teachers, staff, and families regarding student progress and needs;
Follow all school policies, safety protocols, and early childhood education guidelines;
Supervise students when circumstances require a brief absence by the Teacher;
Act as the Teacher when the Teacher is out;
Maintains appropriate work habits, including regular and punctual attendance and appropriate use of planning and class time;
Respects the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, parents, and teacher in accordance with accepted professional ethics, and state and federal laws;
Demonstrates integrity, ethical behavior and professional conduct as stated in keeping with the most recent version of the Riverview Charter School Employee Handbook; and
Execute duty coverage, as assigned by school leadership

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or coursework in early childhood education preferred.
Previous experience working with young children in an educational or childcare setting is highly desirable.
Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
Patience, enthusiasm, and a passion for working with young learners.
Ability to lift and interact with children at their level.
Must pass background checks as required by state and local regulations.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, depending on school needs.
Typical school hours Monday-Friday with occasional meetings or training sessions after school

Join our team and help create a strong foundation for lifelong learning in young children!

Application Form

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Home Phone *

Cell Phone *

Have you been employed by Riverview previously? If yes, when and in what capacity? *

How were you referred to Riverview Charter School? (check all that apply) *

Publication
Website
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Family Member of a Riverview Student

If referred, please enter the name of your Friend/Acquaintance

Have you ever held a State issued Teaching Certificate? *

Do you currently hold a South Carolina Teaching Certificate? *

If yes, please upload a copy of your South Carolina credential.

Years of certified teaching experience *

Do you currently hold a Teaching Certificate in another State?

If yes, please upload a copy of your credential.

Have you ever taken the Praxis II? *

If yes, please upload your scores.

Are you currently certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards? *

If yes, please upload a copy of your certificate.

Have you formerly been evaluated under the S.C. ADEPT system? *

If yes, what was your final rating?

Have you failed to meet standard on any evaluation instrument? (TAP, another state's evaluation, school level evaluation, etc.) *

Comments

Have you ever been voluntary terminated, not had your contract renewed, or have you ever resigned from any employment in lieu of being terminated from employment? *

If yes, please explain.

Have you ever had a teaching certificate revoked, suspended, or denied by any state; or is there any action pending against your certificate or application in any state? (Academic ineligibility is not considered ground for denial of certificate) *

If yes, you must state where your certificate was revoked, suspended, denied or where action is pending against your certificate or application. (City/State, Date, Reason for Action, Disposition)

Last or present Employer *

Employer's Address (Street/City/State/Zip) *

Employer's Phone Number *

Supervisor's Name *

Position held *

Dates worked (mm/yy to mm/yy or present) *

Reason for leaving or pursuing employment elsewhere? *

May we contact your current Supervisor/Employer? *

Previous Employer *

Previous Employer's Address (Street/City/State/Zip) *

Previous Employer's Phone Number *

Previous position held *

Dates worked (mm/yy to mm/yy) *

Previous Supervisor's Name *

Reason for leaving/termination? *

Have you ever been convicted, pled guilty, entered a plea of no contest, or paid a fine for any criminal offense, other than a minor traffic violation such as speeding or driving too fast for conditions; or have you ever been arrested or ticketed for a criminal offense where the criminal charge is still pending? *

If yes, please provide information for each charge. (City/State where arrested, Charge/Disposition, and Date of Arrest (mm/dd/yy))

I understand that Riverview Charter School will request a criminal history from the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division for past criminal convictions. An offer of employment is subject to receipt of an acceptable criminal history report containing no item that would prohibit such an offer. *

I hereby certify that the answers and other information on this application are true and correct and that I understand any misrepresentation of omission of facts on my part will be justification for separation from the company's service, if employed. *

I understand that my employment may be contingent upon receive of an alien registration number, verification of birth, and any other pertinent information bearing upon my employment, and that my continued employment depends upon the will of the company or myself. *

Type your FULL NAME in the box below to indicate that you understand and comply with the above statements. *

Cover Letter *

Resume *

Please attach up to 5 documents that demonstrate who you are as a teacher. (i.e. newsletter, unit plan, educational philosophy) *

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