Teacher Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Minimum of 48 semester hours (earned at a Regionally Accredited College/University) or an Associate’s degree; meets highly qualified (HQ) designation under federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
• Willingness to obtain the CDL, if advertised as part of the duties.
• Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children with special needs, etc.
• Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Medium/Heavy Work. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force to constantly move objects up to 10 pounds.
• Must have the auditory, visual, and physical skills necessary to manage students and the classroom in a manner that assures reasonable safety to students under supervision.
• Has regular attendance
• Is punctual
• Demonstrates a positive, can-do attitude
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic
• Able to follow school policies and procedures
• Has a positive rapport with students
• Has positive rapport with employees
• Exhibits excellent computer skills
• Excellent record-keeping abilities
• Has strong oral and written communication skills with all audiences
• Impeccable ethical behaviors
• Provides appropriate behavior management techniques
• Maintains confidentiality
• Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues
• Positively supports the school and its programs
• Uses time wisely
• Willingly participates in professional learning related to the whole school and assigned duties, as offered in alignment with Teacher Assistant Calendar
• Seeks duties beyond the regular assignment
• Accepts and acknowledges diversity
• Clearly understands and implements role differences between the teacher and teacher assistant
• Understands the growth and development of the school’s students
• Provides a positive atmosphere
• Successfully operates office equipment
• Completes tasks on a timely basis
• Eagerly accepts other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates knowledge of the stages of child development; communicates effectively; and develops positive relationships with assigned students.
• Demonstrates an ability to organize assignments, and materials, and assist the professional(s) in the classroom as required.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment and confidentiality in approaching and working with sensitive and challenging students and situations, and the resulting information.
• General knowledge of activities performed by the lead teacher.
• General knowledge of daily routines of the classroom.
• General knowledge of student handbook rules.
• General knowledge of procedures to follow in the event of an emergency.
• General knowledge of methods of adapting instruction, equipment, and tools for children with special needs.
• General knowledge of the principles of organization and administration.
• Some knowledge of the curriculum for the grade.
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Ability to perform general clerical duties.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom.
• Ability to operate common office machines.
• Ability to maintain basic files and records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific student duties related to health, behavior, and instruction, including but not limited to: assistance in the bathroom, cafeteria, and classroom.
• Works with individuals or groups on any task assigned.
• Actively participates in the teaching process, and modifies instruction/tasks when appropriate.
• Prepares a variety of classroom materials, and operates the machines necessary for material preparation.
• Reports collected data to appropriate individuals, including administrators, teachers, parents, and other related service providers.
• Ensures appropriate interventions are monitored and maintained.
• Participates in staff development and training to gain knowledge of health, behavioral, or instructional procedures specific to the assigned students.
• Accompanies assigned students on all field trips.
• Monitors assigned students during extracurricular events as assigned.
• Accompanies assigned students on the bus as needed.
• Participates in school functions.
• Under close supervision assist in the acquisition of job skills and job development, as well as monitor the on-the-job performance of students with disabilities.
• Assist the classroom teacher in planning, organizing, and implementing the instructional program.
• Provide support for clerical, technical, and general classroom functions.
• Report to the classroom teacher, building principal, Transition Facilitator, and EC Program Administrator.
• Work to resolve obstacles to student work performance, e.g., social interaction conflicts, transportation issues, and changes in job expectations.
• Participate in Transition Team Meetings for the purpose of providing information on student progress toward IEP transition goals.
• Conduct data collection (evaluations, hours, etc.) as the student develops job skills, moves to indirect monitoring while role-modeling employee behaviors.
• Work to resolve obstacles to student work performance, e.g., social interaction conflicts, transportation issues, and changes in job expectations.
• Transport students during regular school hours, as required, via the school system transportation program.
• Adheres to all components of the Bus Driver Agreement
• Follows all parts of the Bus Driver Handbook
• Eagerly accepts special driving assignments
• Completes all bus reports accurately as assigned
• Other duties as assigned.