Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute - Van Bokkelen Elementary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools•Severn, MD

About The Position

This position is at a Title I school which requires at least 48 college credits or the passing of the Parapro exam in addition to any other requirements noted in the job description below. JOB SUMMARY Serves in a substitute capacity on a permanent basis for an absent teacher(s) by continuing daily instruction in all areas of curriculum. At other times, assists teachers/students with special projects; works with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher; or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences and related professional activities. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and professional staff. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required; and Number of College Credit Hours (if applicable) 48 college credits hours required.
One (1) year virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools, if assigned to Virtual Academy required.
Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assist teachers in the education of students.
Ability to exercise patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgment in dealing with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.
Ability to independently plan and/or follow instructional lessons/assignments.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Bilingual/Biliterate If assigned to bilingual program, required to be bilingual and biliterate in targeted language. Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in target language preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves in a substitute capacity for an absent teacher(s) following lesson plans in all areas of curriculum; or providing necessary reinforcement of instruction and materials.
Discusses with teacher(s) what has happened during their absence.
As required, extends lesson plans and continues daily instruction during any absence(s).
Continues instruction and/or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences, and related professional activities.
Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies, and materials to meet individual needs of students.
Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.
Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include: posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards.
Sets up learning, laboratory, and activity centers.
Assists students having difficulties.
Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.