Summary

The reach associate typically provides both instructional and noninstructional support to a team of teachers, as designated by the team’s multi-classroom leader. The reach associate may also work alongside a direct-reach teacher. (S)he works closely with the teacher to complete various administrative tasks and noninstructional paperwork. (S)he manages procedures and supervises student behavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities, and while teacher(s) deliver instruction. In some schools, (s)he aids instruction by supervising time on projects, skills practice, and digital learning, and/or by instructing students in small groups or individually. All activities are directed by the multi-classroom leader or direct-reach teacher.

Responsibilities
Classroom and School Environment

• Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
• Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
• Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
• Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instruction

Instruction (if applicable)

• Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of the supervising teachers.
• Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning.

Professional Responsibilities

• Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
• Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, additional paperwork)
• Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable
• Participate in professional development opportunities

Qualifications 

• Previous experience working with children
• Bachelor’s degree a plus, but not required
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or economic differences.
• If assisting with instruction: Knowledge of subject matter being taught

Must have one of the following: 

• 60+ Hours from an accredited college or university - Transciprt required
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university - Transcript required
• Successful completion of the Para-Professional Praxis Exam - Score documentation required

Hours

• Full-time position

Pay

• Teaching assistant salary plus benefits
• Salary differential of $2,500

Reports to: Principal, as well as the reach associate’s multi-classroom leader and/or direct-reach teacher

These are the critical competencies a candidate for this position should have.

Reach Associate—Critical Competencies