Great Hearts Academies·Anthem, Arizona
The substitute assistant teacher supports the lead teacher in implementing the Core Knowledge curriculum and provides individual assistance to students. They are also responsible for maintaining classroom order, enforcing school policies, and assisting with administrative tasks as required.
The Teaching Assistant/Apprentice Substitute Teacher at Great Hearts supports the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. He or she functions as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, and parent communications.
Read, know, and support the philosophy, policies, procedures and other pertinent data of the school as published in the Faculty Handbook and the most current Family Handbook. Work with the classroom and Lead teachers where assigned, understanding that support duties will often occur in other classrooms. Give all reasonable assistance to those students in need of individual help and assists students to make-up work after approved absences and support students who find content and lessons challenging. Share ideas and insights with the classroom teacher and grade level staff that support improvement and learning. Support and enforce the school dress and behavior codes and makes reasonable efforts to promote the orderly behavior of all students in the school, on the grounds, and at off-campus activities. Keep accurate records and makes reports as required by the classroom teacher and the Headmaster. Attend Open Houses, special school events (such as concerts, plays and special presentations) and certain staff meetings designated as All Faculty Meetings as needed. Assist, when necessary, in substituting for absent teachers. Accept and faithfully executes monitoring and duty assignments. Participate in faculty development on half-days. Assist in the upkeep of the buildings and grounds as requested by the Headmaster. Keep the workplace and classrooms neat and orderly. Exercises care in the use of school equipment. Follow school policies and procedures, including the Academy Crisis Plan, for ensuring the safety and security of students on campus. May need to participate in regular annual performance evaluations with the classroom teacher and Headmaster and accepts advice and recommendations for improvement of instruction. Is an active member of the community of learners, and continues his or her own professional growth and development by taking graduate courses and/or attending seminars and workshops related to the profession. Pursues excellence in teaching and continues to develop personal knowledge of the great ideas and works of Western Civilization. Promote to the greater community the mission and goals of Archway Classical Academy. May need to attend all Great Hearts professional development opportunities, including New Faculty Orientation and The Summit. Required/Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Some college coursework and/or Associate's degree required. Work Authorization – Arizona and Louisiana US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates are required to have at least some college coursework or an Associate's degree, with a Bachelor's degree preferred. Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in Arizona are typically in steady demand, especially in K-12 settings that need classroom support, student supervision, and help with instruction. Competition can be strong because employers often look for a high school diploma plus a paraprofessional exam or associate degree, experience with children, and the ability to obtain a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your documents and clearance status before applying.