Teacher Assistant — Anchor Lutheran School

The Teacher Assistant is supervised by the Lead Teacher and Early Childhood Director and follows program schedules, policies, and procedures established by the Early Childhood Director, Administrator, and LSAA School Board.

• Assist the classroom Lead Teacher with the supervision, support, and management of a group of children.
• Initiate and encourage children’s daily activities and independence by helping prepare lessons provided by the Lead Teacher.
• Use a Christ-centered approach based on respect and love in interactions and discipline.
• Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.
• Remain objective when solving problems, consider multiple solutions, and seek input from those affected when appropriate.
• Assist with recording and reporting injuries, recordkeeping, and classroom observations while maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain positive and respectful communication with parents.
• Prepare snacks using an established menu and promote learning during snack time.
• Clean and maintain snack and classroom areas in a sanitary and orderly manner.
• Assist with housekeeping tasks to keep the center and classrooms clean and sanitized.
• Maintain a professional personal appearance consistent with school policy.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service workshops, and school programs.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and parents.
• Assist the Lead Teacher, Early Childhood Director, and/or Administrator as needed.

• Previous childcare experience is not required, but is preferred.
• Minimum age: 16 years old.
• 18 years or older is preferred.
• Jr. Helpers may apply but must be at least 16 years old and hold a work permit.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with children.
• Three references are required.

Staff at Anchor Lutheran School are expected to reflect and commit to the school’s Mission and Purpose/Philosophy, Statement of Faith, and overall ministry of LSAA.

• Follow Christian principles.
• Continue developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer and regular enrichment in the Word of God.
• Serve as a positive role model both inside and outside the school.
• Lead by example.
• Follow the principles of Matthew 5 and Matthew 18 when resolving problems with parents and colleagues.

• Basic First Aid
• Infant/Child and Adult CPR
• Mandatory Health and Safety Training
• Food Handler Card

• Free meals
• 50% of tuition for employees' dependents.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible time-off and a family-first environment.
• Exciting Growth: A growing school, including the addition of high school in 2022, and opportunities to help shape its future.
• Small Class Sizes: Personalized learning and deeper connections with students.
• Coaching Potential: Opportunities to continue coaching and mentoring students.
• Supportive Community: Caring faculty and staff, supportive administration, and backing from three associated Lutheran churches.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Limited Government Oversight: Freedom from excessive regulation in education.
• Christ-centered Environment.