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St. James School, an Episcopal Nativity Miguel School
The primary focus of St. James School is to provide a high quality educational program to students with significant academic need. The program is innovative and oriented toward the individual needs of students. The instructional assistant is a key component in the implementation of the lead teacher’s instructional strategies. Working collaboratively, the classroom staff identifies student needs, and provides the structure and support necessary to move students from low academic performance to academic success and grade level or above academic achievement. In addition, the instructional assistant is responsible for the supervision of student groups during regular school hours in non-academic and extra-curricular activities. There are some weekend activities and overnight field trips throughout the school year that involve instructional assistant.
The person selected for this position will be responsible for assisting a classroom teacher in the general supervision of the children in an Episcopal Nativity Miguel middle school. This person must have a warm and friendly personality, be sensitive to the feelings and needs of others, be able to relate well to children and employees, and be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school's educational philosophy and mission.
The position includes on-site residency in the Community House for a nominal rental fee.
Notre Dame Mission Volunteer Program, founded by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 1992, has been placing volunteers at sites nationwide to work alongside God's people, especially the economically disadvantaged. The volunteers accomplish this mission by promoting literacy and education.
AmeriCorps is a federally-funded service program, commonly referred to as the domestic Peace Corps, that brings together citizens of diverse backgrounds to serve communities in the areas of education, public safety, human needs and the environment.
In 1995, NDMV sought a partnership with AmeriCorps to allow for an increase in the number of members, offering greater community service in financially-limited sites. This partnership formed Notre Dame Mission Volunteers-AmeriCorps.
Fulltime AmeriCorps members receive a modest living allowance, health care benefits, and child care assistance. After successfully completing their term of service, they receive an AmeriCorps Education Award of up to $5,350. This award can be used to pay off qualified student loans or to finance college, graduate school, or vocational training at eligible institutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES shall include, but not be limited to the following:
1. Assisting middle school teachers with all aspects of classroom instruction
2. Assisting in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up learning centers and preparing needed materials and supplies
3. Supervising the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.
4. Helping with general housekeeping, copying, lunchroom and recess tasks
5. Assisting the teacher with instruction, small group work and whole group instruction
6. Maintaining professional attitudes and loyalty to the school
7. Experience with Nativity Miguel Network is a plus
8. Attending all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
9. Participating in professional workshops which may include overnight stays
10. Maintaining confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school
11. Supervising outside play, gardening and sports activities
12. Helping with the operations of audio/visual aids (projectors, etc.).
13. Applicant must be able to work from 8:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., participate in some overnight activities and work up to five days of Saturday school in a school year
14. Follow directions given by the teacher, principal and executive director
Currently accepting applications for a Full Time position with a stipend amount of $12,100 for 11 months of service. AmeriCorps members to begin service starting September 1, 2011. PA criminal, FBI Fingerprints and Child Abuse clearances required. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to:
lhoffman@stjamesphila.org. No phone calls or faxes, please.
Currently accepting applications for a Full Time position with a stipend amount of $12,100 for 11 months of service. AmeriCorps members to begin service starting September 1, 2011. PA criminal, FBI Fingerprints and Child Abuse clearances required. To apply, please send cover letter and resume to:
l.hoffman@stjamesphila.org. No phone calls or faxes, please.
