Substitute Classroom Assistant - Lower School, Elementary

Description

 Job Title: Substitute Classroom Assistant - Lower School
Position Type: Non-faculty, Staff, Non-exempt, Part-time, On Call
Reports to: Dean of Students - Lower School
Typical Hours: On call, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. on the days you work
Pay: $24.50 per hour
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount Program
Start Date: Ongoing
Location: Redmond, WA 

The Role 

Flexible work with a meaningful purpose. 

The Bear Creek School is seeking dependable, caring individuals to serve as Lower School Substitute Classroom Assistants. When our Classroom Assistants are away, you will step in to support teachers, supervise recess and lunch, and help create a nurturing, predictable environment for students. You choose the days that work for you. 

Whether you are looking for flexible part-time work, exploring a career in education, or simply want to give back, substitute classroom assisting is a meaningful way to support students and our mission. 

Why Bear Creek 

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian school serving students from preschool through grade 12 in Redmond, Washington. Our mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends. 

• Your schedule, your availability: Accept the assignments that work for you 
• School-day hours: No evenings or weekends 
• A supportive team: Work alongside teachers and staff who value your help 

All employees support the school's Mission Statement and Statement of Faith. 

What You'll Do 

• Be on time for each class 
• Provide logistical support for teachers by copying, laminating, grading papers, creating documents, etc. 
• Provide classroom instructional help as directed by the teacher 
• Supervise outdoor and indoor recess to ensure student safety and a nurturing environment 
• Promptly report student conduct violations, concerns, disturbances, and conflicts to homeroom teachers 
• Supervise cafeteria and assist children with their lunches to create a nurturing and supportive environment 
• Enter lunch data on the computer and clean tables in the cafeteria 
• Maintain the workroom and Classroom Assistant station in an orderly fashion 
• Attend Classroom Assistant meetings and contribute positively 
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information 
• Connect, support, and care for students in a way that fosters student development 
• Notice and report positive student behavior 
• Commit to modeling the mission, especially with students 
• Talk to students in a nurturing way to support students' academic and social learning 
• Stay up to date on all campus communications 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

What We Offer 

• $24.50 per hour with flexible, on-call scheduling that fits your availability 
• Discounted school lunches 
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your household 
• Costco membership reimbursement and Passport discount program 

Requirements

• High school diploma 
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification (with epinephrine autoinjector supplement), or obtain certification within 90 days of start date 
• Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer (sponsorship is not available for this position) 
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Teams, and Outlook, and ability to learn the school's data system 

You are caring, dependable, and flexible. You communicate clearly and positively, adapt well when the day changes, protect student confidentiality, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with biblical standards. 

Physical Requirements 

• Accompany students to various locations around campus 
• Able to clean tables and sweep floors 
• Able to supervise the playground during recess and quickly reach a student anywhere on it, including raised areas, wood chips, and in inclement weather 
• Able to kneel beside a student on the ground to assist and/or perform CPR 
• Able to lift/drag up to 60 pounds 

Our Hiring Process 

Every application is personally reviewed by a member of our hiring team, and we aim to respond promptly and keep you informed at each step. 

1. Application review: We contact candidates selected to move forward. 
2. Phone Interview: A quick 15-minute conversation to get to know you. 
3. Campus Interview: A conversation with our team in person. 
4. Offer: Contingent on background check, references, and U.S. work authorization. 

For questions or accommodation requests, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. 

Hear from our faculty and staff about life at Bear Creek at tbcs.org/employment.