Job detail
2026 Summer Teaching Assistant
Summer Advantage USA
CONTRACT
Posted 3/26/2026
Location
Detroit, Michigan
Core responsibilities
The teacher assistant serves as a mentor, building strong rapport with scholars to support their success throughout the day, which includes supervising them during arrival, dismissal, meals, and recess. Responsibilities also involve supporting academic and enrichment lesson plans and leading small group workshops.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be able to work the entirety of the program, including mandatory pre-Program training, and demonstrate strong problem-Solving skills while committing to the program model with fidelity. An associate degree or some college is preferred, along with experience working with youth.
associate degreeProblem-SolvingMentoringBehavior ManagementProfessional AppearanceRapport BuildingWork EthicGroup FacilitationWillingness to LearnLesson Plan SupportScholar SupervisionClassroom Culture Maintenance