Teacher Assistant

Good Shepherd School

SUPERVISOR

School Principal

TIME COMMITMENT

228 – 750 Hours for the 2026-2027 Academic School Year

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt Substitute/Temporary Employees 4N

Position Profile

This position at Good Shepherd School exists to support teachers and students in classrooms and during transition times.

Skill Set

• Maintains a positive attitude
• Exhibits patience and humility
• Ability to communicate well
• Willingness to take direction
• Willingness to assist the teacher with correcting papers, preparing projects, helping student one-on-one or in small groups
• Ability to manage a classroom of children while honoring the teacher’s ways and expectations
• Must be organized
• Must be punctual
• Must have a heart for kids and willingness to shepherd the hearts of all kids, even when they are trying your patience

Experience Qualifications

• Be comfortable and confident around children in large groups
• Confidence in managing a class of children
• Servant heart
• Task oriented

Duties & Responsibilities

• Taking directions from the teacher
• Escorting students to recess or special events
• Entering grades
• Other duties as assigned

Spiritual Responsibilities

• Exhibits an authentic relationship with Jesus made evident by a Christ-following lifestyle
• Ensure all actions performed within the context of this job position accomplish and further the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Community Church
• Adhere to the Statement of Faith as established and approved by Good Shepherd Community Church elders

Additional Notes

• Regularly attend at Good Shepherd Community Church or other church in our community that shares the same beliefs as Good Shepherd Community Church
• Complete Ministry Certification, which will include a criminal background check, as part of hiring process
• Adhere to the policies, procedures, and code of conduct outlined in the Good Shepherd Community Church Employee Handbook and the Good Shepherd School Faculty Handbook
• Additional responsibilities as requested by School Administrator
• The 2026/27 Academic School year is considered September 9, 2026 – June 11, 2027

Disclaimers

Other duties may be added or changed as needed. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment.