Elementary Teacher's Assistant 2026-2027

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintaining a classroom true to the Montessori philosophy, including fostering a classroom community of respect and kindness
• Prepare and maintain a Montessori environment, including developmentally appropriate materials and activities
• Instruct students in specific areas or lessons as directed by the lead teacher
• Provide instruction and support to students' work throughout the day
• Help maintain attendance and other written or electronic records
• Supervise students at lunch, recess and nap periods; support transitions to and from each activity throughout the day
• Assist in the daily cleaning routines in the classroom and prepare/ maintain materials for student work
• Observe student behaviors and step in when appropriate, communicating student progress or concerns with the teacher and other faculty
• Assist with drop off and pick up at the start and end of each school day
• Attend and participate in meetings both 1-on-1 or within groups for the position, classroom, or level 
• Support classroom events and trips including outings, class gatherings, performances and more
• Acquire professional training and development in the educational field by attending coaching sessions, training workshops and other related learning activities
• Attend a week long overnight camping trip to assist with the supervision of students at the end of the school year
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience working with children ages 4 to 9
• Basic understanding of a child's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
• Reliable, flexible and able to provide a high level of support to colleagues and students
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency, and developing skills to support a diverse student population
• Effective communicator, verbal, and written, with children and adults

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a Full-Time, 10-month position.  Salary is commensurate with experience and based on the KIPP OKC teacher salary scale. 

Employees are eligible to participate in employer benefits including health, dental, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short and long term disability and participation in Oklahoma Teacher Retirement plans.

As an equal opportunity employer, KIPP Oklahoma does not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.