Elementary Shadow Assistant at Rosslyn Academy

Professional Responsibilities

• Modeling & Leadership
• Model a personal commitment to Christ and Christian living
• Strive to inspire others to Christian commitment and living
• Maintain a positive Christian spiritual environment
• Consistently model professionalism
• Exhibit characteristics of being a life-long learner
• Assist in maintaining a positive classroom environment focused on growth and excellence
• Student Support, Learning & Inclusion
• Work closely under the direction of the classroom teacher to assist individual or small groups of students in their learning
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support, especially in foundational skills such as reading, writing, and numeracy.
• Assist students in understanding instructions, completing tasks, and staying focused.
• Carrying out specific instructional & behavioural management responsibility for students, as outlined in IEPs or 504s, or where otherwise directed.
• Support the inclusion of students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in both classroom and support settings.
• Encourage independence while providing appropriate guidance and reassurance.
• Assist students with transitions between activities and routines. 

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
• Exhibit a continuing sense of God’s calling to service at Rosslyn Academy
• Demonstrate a respect for diversity of culture
• Demonstrate an appreciation for the diversity of the body of Christ
• Have academic/professional qualifications in Education or related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in similar role.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrate the ability to use technology for word processing, data management, and electronic communications
• Agree and covenant to the Basic Tenets of Rosslyn Academy