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The Power of Small
ABOUT US:
Aurora School is an independent K-8 school that combines challenging academics, small multi-grade classrooms, differentiated instruction, and a keen awareness of student’s social and emotional development. A leader in progressive education since 1988, our mission is to nurture students’ love of learning by cultivating academic excellence, emotional intelligence, and social engagement. We strive to foster students’ development into self-aware, confident lifelong learners and leaders who step up to advocate for themselves and others: throughout school, in our Oakland community and into the world at large. Our talented staff provides a safe learning atmosphere that extends beyond the classroom to every aspect of the school. The result is that Aurora graduates have a strong foundation for social and academic success in high school and beyond.
We seek a culturally competent Teaching Assistant to work with our dedicated, diverse and supportive community. Every day we give students the opportunity to work together side-by-side and learn from one another what it means to step up academically and socially.
Position Status: Full-Time
QUALIFICATIONS:
· 2+ years working with school-aged children
· Bachelor’s degree preferred
· Committed to academic excellence and culturally responsive teaching
· Understands child growth, development, and social needs
· Possesses strong communication and organizational skills
· Open and motivated to work collaboratively
· Responsible and enthusiastic
· Exhibits a strong commitment to working in a diverse, multi-cultural community
· Loves children/has experience working with children (required)
· Comfortable with both in-person and remote learning
· Facile with technology
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities will include assisting the Lead Teacher in the classroom; with technology, lunch, and recess duty; and leading students in social-emotional activities in multi-grade groupings twice a month. Our maximum class size is 22 students.
COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience.
TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume to the attention of Katheryn Negrosa, Human Resource Coordinator at hr@auroraschool.org. Position begins August 2022. No phone calls please. For more information, please visit: www.auroraschool.org
EEO Policy: Aurora School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other unlawful consideration.
