What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distance Learning Teacher Assistant position at Currituck County Schools?
Currituck County Schools - Distance Learning Teacher Assistant
Position: Distance Learning Teacher Assistant
Location: Currituck County High School
Employment Type: Immediate Opening/Full-Time
Reports To: Principal/Distance Learning Coordinator
Position Overview:
Currituck County Schools is seeking a dedicated and resourceful Distance Learning Teacher Assistant to support teachers and students in a remote learning environment. This position will involve assisting in the management and coordination of virtual classrooms, facilitating student engagement, providing technical support, and promoting a positive and interactive learning experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Instructional Delivery: Assist the lead teacher in delivering lessons through various digital platforms, ensuring that learning objectives are met.
- Technology Assistance: Help students with accessing and navigating online platforms (e.g., Google Classroom, Zoom, etc.) and troubleshoot basic technical issues.
- Monitor Student Progress: Track student participation, assignments, and assessments, providing feedback or reminders as needed.
- Student Engagement: Encourage student participation in virtual discussions, group activities, and collaborative projects.
- Individual Support: Provide one-on-one or small group support for students who need additional assistance with course material, assignments, or technology.
- Communication: Maintain regular communication with students and parents regarding student progress and assignments.
- Classroom Management: Help maintain a positive and structured online learning environment by enforcing behavioral expectations and assisting with moderation during virtual lessons.
- Record Keeping: Assist with managing attendance, grades, and reports for students in virtual learning environments.
- Collaboration: Work closely with teachers and other staff members to align teaching strategies and ensure effective delivery of lessons and curriculum.
- Professional Development: Participate in training sessions to stay current with educational technology tools and best practices for online learning.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or higher preferred.
- Experience working in education, particularly in a classroom or virtual setting, is preferred.
- Comfortable using and troubleshooting various educational technology platforms.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote learning environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Patience, creativity, and adaptability when working with students in a virtual environment.
