Student - Polaris Charter School Teacher Assistant

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Teacher Assistant for the Polaris Charter School in Manchester, NH. Teaching Assistants at Polaris Charter School will support teachers in creating a joyful and exciting learning environment. Polaris Teaching Assistants work with teachers of multi-age classes by assisting them with implementing a project-based, interdisciplinary curriculum.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assisting in implementing a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
• Encouraging student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
• Providing authentic observations.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning concepts in order to help them master assignments.
• Use effective oral and written expression
• Work with the teacher in developing, in accordance with school guidelines, reasonable rules of classroom behavior and appropriate techniques that are consistently applied.
• Work with the teacher in taking necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Work with the teacher in providing for the supervision of assigned students.
• Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in all areas of the school.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
• Work study part of financial aid package
• Students with work study may be prioritized
• Reliable transportation
• Some experience working with children preferred

Learning Outcomes:

• Teamwork
• Teaching skills
• Classroom management skills
• Child development
• Understanding of the special education process
• Learning differences between traditional public schools and public charter schools

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, Flexible but during school day hours of 8:00-3:00p

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

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