Summary

The Teacher’s Aide works under the direction of the teachers in developing and implementing the MYP/DP Programme classes at Riverstone International School. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme promotes the social, emotional and physical development of each student. 

The Teacher’s Aide reports to the assigned teachers, as well High School and Middle School Directors.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position that is employed during the school year only. 

Responsibilities and Duties for MYP/DP Teacher’s Aide:

• Provide support to the assigned teachers in the implementation of the curriculum.
• Assist with middle school homeroom as needed
• Assist with high school study hall as needed
• Collaborate with and take direction from Learning Support Program Leads as needed to assist with student support in classes.
• Assist with delivering 1:1 and small group, short-term interventions especially for math and science material.
• Serve as an emergency substitute teacher when needed
• Assist the teachers in preparing and implementing daily activities.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe learning environment.
• Engage with students in a positive manner, including implementing appropriate guidance techniques in line with classroom expectations and Riverstone’s guiding principles.
• Supervise students both inside the classroom and outside, including recess, field trips, assemblies, school events, etc.
• Assist with supervising students during outdoor education activities.
• Engage with staff, parents, and community members in a positive manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience

Preferred candidates will have the following skills and experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of six months – one year of teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work well with students and parents
• Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team

Essential Physical Abilities

• Clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal conversation and to communicate effectively on the telephone and in person.
• Visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, permits the employee to comprehend written work, prepare and review documents, organize documents and materials, and observe classroom or student activities.
• Manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipment.
• Personal mobility, flexibility, and balance with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office/classroom/school environment.
•  Lifting or moving objects that weigh up to 25 lbs.
• Job tasks require without reasonable accommodation, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, or grasping.

 Riverstone International School is an equal opportunity employer.

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of six months – one year of teaching experience
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work well with students and parents
• Demonstrate success in working as a member of a team

About Riverstone International School

Riverstone International School is a private independent school located in Boise, Idaho offering both day and boarding programs. The school enrolls 425 students from preschool through high school and is Idaho's first International Baccalaureate World School. Recently ranked as Idaho's Most Challenging High School (The Washington Post) and Idaho's Top Private School (Niche.com). Academic excellence, community and service, leadership by example, international understanding, and outdoor education form the basis of our educational philosophy. Riverstone International School inspires courageous journeys of academic and personal exploration that enable our students to lead purposeful lives. Our staff enjoys a collegial environment, strong community support, small classes, and many ample opportunities to extend classroom learning into the outdoors. Staff members may also mentor student groups, teach after-school activities, coach athletic or academic teams, and chaperone summer travel opportunities. They serve as role models for our students, personally demonstrating the values from our Guiding Principles. Consider joining our team!

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