Teaching Assistant

This is a remote position.

Schedule:

• 20 hours per week
  
• Monday to Friday, flexible between 9am to 5pm Des Moines, Iowa
  

Client Overview

Join a dynamic homeschooling environment where you’ll play a crucial role in providing assistance to our client's homeschooling needs. This family-run educational setup is committed to providing a high-quality, personalized learning experience for four children. They’re seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support their educational journey and help foster a love for learning.

Job Description

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll have the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational development of four homeschooled children. You’ll work closely with the primary educator to provide individualized support across various subjects, create engaging learning experiences, and help maintain a positive and motivating educational environment. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about education, enjoys working with children, and thrives in a dynamic, one-on-one teaching setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with daily lessons across various subjects, including math, language arts, and reading
  
• Help review and offer constructive feedback on students’ work, including written assignments
  
• Help maintain student focus and motivation during study sessions
  
• Support the implementation of the provided curriculum and learning materials
  
• Assist the primary educator by preparing materials and organizing resources
  
• Monitor student progress and provide regular updates to the primary educator
  
• Help create a positive and encouraging learning environment
  
• Assist in implementing and following the established homeschool curriculum
  
• Support the use of educational technology and online learning platforms as needed
  
• Contribute creative ideas for engaging learning activities and projects
  

Requirements

• Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, or working with children in an educational setting
  
• Strong knowledge across various subjects, particularly in math and language arts
  
• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms
  
• Patience and ability to work with children of different ages and learning styles
  
• Familiarity with homeschooling practices and curriculum implementation is a plus
  
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual student needs
  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  
• Creativity in developing engaging learning activities
  
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with online learning tools
  
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for fostering a love of learning
  
• Flexibility to adjust teaching approach based on each child’s learning style