Classroom and Administrative Aide

The Eagle School International (ESI) faculty is made up of Christian teachers who believe that teaching is God’s calling and are dedicated to the task of training students to the utmost of their ability. desires those who join our family feel the call to teach, but also to work in ministry to expand the Kingdom of God. ESI is seeking a warm and friendly personality sensitive to the needs of others and able to relate well to children and co-workers. This position could also include assisting in other areas of the school and may be parttime or fulltime.  A classroom aide is responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in a service-oriented position providing day-to-day support to students, faculty, staff and parents. We also desire that our teachers, aides, and staff reflect the purpose of the school and participate in the culture of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and every activity and is implemented by the following details of this job.

Spiritual Expectations:

• Have received Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior


• Believe that the Bible is God’s word and standard for faith and daily living


• Be in agreement with ESI’s Statement of Faith and ESI’s Christian Philosophy of Education*


• Strive to be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and action towards others; seek to continually cultivate your own spiritual growth


• Have established a church home in the area, which has a Statement of Faith in significant agreement with ESI’s Statement of Faith and remains faithful in service and attendance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Have a strong grasp of the essence of Christian education


• Must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university


• Have excellent written and verbal communication


• Show evidence of Christian maturity and a strong grasp of the essence of Christian education


• Have a love of children and heart to serve others


• Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and timeliness


• Meet everyday stress with prayerful consideration, emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism


• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance


• Respectfully submit and be loyal to authority


• Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately; avoid gossip and practice biblical conflict resolution (Matthew 18)

Core Functions

• Integrate a Biblical worldview into daily classroom life, and lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ


• Assist the teaching of provided curriculum to students in an age appropriate manner


• Maintain control of students in a respectful and responsible manner at all times


• Work with parents, as needed, to ensure students academic and spiritual success


• Maintain student grades and gradebook in FACTS/SIS if needed


• Keep classroom in an orderly and organized state

Primary Responsibilities

Our Teaching Aides shall assist our faculty, provide leadership and support in the classroom and on the playground as needed, and serve our students and school through support of the day-to-day school functions by:

• Reflecting the purpose of the school which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity


• Assisting with set-up and clean-up of learning environment


• Assisting the classroom teacher with planning and implementing of instruction or administrative duties under the direction of the classroom teacher


• Supervising the room when the classroom teacher is out of the room or engaged in individualized instruction


• Assisting with general housekeeping as needed or assigned by the teacher or administration


• Assisting teachers in any way appropriate including but not limited to:  Overseeing the classroom, helping students, supporting classroom management and student behavior, encouraging spiritual growth, assisting with projects, prepping materials, helping with grading, putting up bulletin boards or projects, laminating, photocopying, etc.


• Supporting teachers by partnering for classroom learning and behavior management


• Managing and supervising student free time on the playground by enforcing playground rules and maintaining safety standards; providing discipline in accord with school policy


• Supervising and assisting students with lunch


• Maintaining professional attitude while interacting with students, faculty, staff and parents


• Treating all children with dignity and respect


• Participating in professional development, team meetings, staff meetings, and other opportunities to grow spiritually, enrich/enhance knowledge of childhood education, etc.


• Recognizing the need for good public relations; represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and community


• Knowing the procedures for dealing with issues of an emergency nature


• Executing other duties as assigned

Essential Functions

• Keep required ACSI and/or State of Wisconsin certifications current


• Keep all required training current


• Plan in class activities, or class field trips to help support and amplify student learning


• Work with the ESI Admin team, as needed, for any students who may need additional support in learning


• Be aware of all school safety standards and plans


• Follow procedures and expectations as set in the ESI Employee Handbook


• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive school matters and information


• Develop a Professional Learning Plan (PLP) each school year, which includes measurable spiritual and teaching/professional goals

Supplemental Functions

• Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings


• Perform assigned duties according to the Before and After School Schedule


• Utilize education opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth and development


• Provide input and constructive feedback for administrative and managerial functions in the school


• Support the broader program of the school by attending the required extracurricular activities


• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Staff