26-27 Teacher Assistant 6th Grade

Piedmont Public Schools•Yukon, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working cooperatively with a classroom teacher to implement the instructional program for 6th-grade students. The Teacher Assistant will help students achieve success, develop positive self-esteem and feelings about school, and serve as a role model for language and behavior. Key duties include assisting with the implementation of student IEPs, preparing instructional materials, and supporting students' personal care and safety needs. The role also involves supervising various student activities and maintaining professional conduct and confidentiality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Diploma
Paraprofessional Certification (OSDE)

Responsibilities

Works cooperatively with the classroom teacher in the implementation of the instructional program.
Works to help children achieve success and develop positive feelings about themselves and school.
Serves as model in developing children's language and behavior.
Assists the certified teacher(s) or related service personnel in implementing the student(s) IEP.
Assists in preparing for instruction (collecting and/or creating resource materials, manipulatives, visual and other teaching aids).
Assists in the personal care of the child/children.
Ensures the safety of the child/children.
Provides supports necessary because of physical, health or behavioral concerns to enable a child to access the educational program.
Uses assistive technology if needed by the student(s).
Assists in supervising such activities as playground, fire drills, lunchroom, field trips, car riders, bus loading and individual or small group activities, snack, toilet and clothing routines and any duties needed during the contract day.
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
Maintains professional and cooperative relationships with teachers, colleagues, patrons, students, and administrators.
Maintains confidentiality.
Abides by all district, state and federal laws, policies and procedures.
Performs other duties as requested by the Supervisor.