Team Read Teaching Assistant

Position Type:
Support Staff/Teacher Assistant - Reading
Date Posted:
8/9/2023
Location:
Cherokee School
Date Available:
08/23/2023
Closing Date:
08/31/2023
District:
Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115Lake Forest Elementary School District 67 is seeking a Full-Time Team Read Teaching Assistant at Cherokee Elementary School.
Description: The Team Read Teacher Assistant works closely with the Reading Specialists and supports and delivers reading instruction to small groups of students.
Essential Functions:
Methods/Assessments:

• Works with individual student(s), small groups of students, or the whole class to provide instruction and support of the lessons taught by the teacher.
• Adapts/modifies and implements instruction using the regular education curriculum and/or implements instruction using the modified curriculum when appropriate under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists student(s) with independent assignments/activities, enrichment work, and/or as assigned by the teacher.
• Assists student(s) in any/all classes away from the child's homeroom class when appropriate.
• Observes student(s) behavior and performance, and informs the teacher of any information deemed important.
• Assists the substitute in the absence of the regular teacher. Can, with prior permission from the teacher, serve as the substitute teacher in the absence of the regular teacher.

Planning/Preparation Knowledge:

• Assists the teacher in developing instructional strategies and materials for student use.
• At the discretion of the building administrator, can attend workshops and conferences.

Qualifications:
Education, Experience, and Licensure (required and preferred)

• A current Professional Educator License with Stipulations (PARA)
• A current Professional Educator License (PEL) - preferred

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior, confidentiality, and professionalism as is expected of certified staff members.
• Possesses the proven ability to work harmoniously and effectively with teachers, students, parents, and district administrators in accomplishing the purposes of the position.

Salary and Benefits: Lake Forest Schools offer extremely competitive benefits and salaries.
Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application.
To learn more about Lake Forest School District 67, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org.
Any questions about the Team Read TA position should email Kate Cavanaugh (kcavanaugh@lfschools.net)
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