Sped Assistant - Surgoinsville Elementary School 26-27
About The Position
The Sped Assistant supports classroom teachers in providing a quality educational experience for all students. The assistant coordinates instructional efforts with classroom teachers, supports instruction and student learning, supervises students, and helps maintain classroom materials and equipment. The position also includes assisting students with special needs, supporting school activities and library operations, and carrying out other duties that promote student and staff safety and the success of Hawkins County Schools. Regular, predictable attendance and effective interpersonal communication with team members and stakeholders are required. Salary and benefits follow the district’s approved compensation plan; the work-year length and hours are established by the district. Performance is evaluated under Hawkins County School Board policy for personnel evaluation.
Requirements
- High school diploma and either 48 hours of college credit or successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment.
- Ability to meet physical demands that include some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.
- Regular, predictable attendance.
- Effective interpersonal communication with team members and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
- Present subject matter under the direction and guidance of teachers.
- Tutor and assist students individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums, and on field trips.
- Distribute teaching materials, tests, and homework assignments, and collect completed work.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Grade homework and tests and compute and record results using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
- Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Organize and label materials and display students’ work appropriately for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
- Organize and supervise games and recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Provide extra assistance to students with special needs.
- Assist with bus loading and unloading.
- Assist librarians in school libraries.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
- Collect money from students for school-related projects under a teacher’s direction.
- Laminate teaching materials to increase durability.
- Maintain classroom and laboratory computers and assist students with hardware and software use.
- Operate and maintain audiovisual equipment.
- Type, file, and duplicate materials.
- Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of Hawkins County Schools and the safety of students and staff.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance and communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
Benefits
- Salary and benefits consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
