What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEACHER ASSISTANT position at East Point Academy?
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under occasional supervision, performs specialized work by assisting teachers in instructing and directing the activities of students in assigned elementary classes to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. Assists school administrators and staff with various administrative and clerical functions as requested. This is a 180-day position. Reports to the assigned classroom teacher and Head of School and/or designee. Mandarin language fluency required for this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Collaborates with other members of the staff to deliver a program of continuous progress consistent with East Point Academy goals and objectives to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of pupils
- Assists students with exercises and class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary
- Compiles, prepares and organizes materials and classroom for instruction and classroom activities
- Assists in cleaning and storing of materials after completion of activities
- Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher
- Models proper behavior and play
- Assists teacher by recording daily attendance, grading assignments, recording and/or analyzing test scores/grades, substituting as needed, setting up special projects, escorting children to other areas of the school, monitoring student behavior, packing / unpacking student communication folders, running errands, etc
- Collects and receipts monies for monthly activity fees, school fees, school pictures, field trips, meal fees, etc
- Supervises and assists students when unloading and loading cars, in the halls, on field trips, during testing, during lunch and on school grounds
- Assists with daily snacks for students
- Assists individual children with special needs and/or in need of special attention
- Coordinates and/or participates in special programs or projects as assigned
- Maintains a clean and orderly classroom
- Attends staff meetings as required; participates in in-service training programs
- Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility
- Keeps abreast of developments in early childhood / elementary education curriculum and instruction
- Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the classroom teacher, other teachers, principals, other school staff, students, parents, volunteers and the general public
- Attends training, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills
- Assist with creating an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
- Keeps abreast of changes in school policies and students' needs and interests
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students and to properly care for all property, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Participates in school staff development programs as assigned by the Head of School
- Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as requested, as assigned by the Head of School
GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Assist the classroom teacher in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
- Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
- Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
- Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
- Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
- Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
- Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc
- Presents a positive image of East Point Academy at all times
- Willingly performs other related duties as assigned
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required. If employed in a Title I school wide program or with Title I funds in a targeted assistance program, must have completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or obtained an associate’s degree (or higher) or the equivalent; or met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through formal State and local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Knowledge
- Knowledge of the methods, policies, procedures and activities of East Point Academy which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
- Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and laws relating to educational activities
- Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained
- Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities
Skills/Effort
- Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations
- Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities
- Ability to assist in the delivery of lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, school staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
Working Conditions
- Conducts duties in a school environment with some exposure to environmental conditions
- Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students
- Physical demands include walking or standing and lifting/moving of items related to the job on a recurring basis
- Occasional local travel is required; overnight travel is not required
- Job requires the operation of standard office equipment
Responsibility
- Responsible for the supervision of students in the classroom and in out-of-classroom activities during the school day
- Responsible for classroom materials and supplies
- Responsible for completing assigned work within the deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures
- Responsible for attending and remaining at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding attendance, absenteeism and tardiness, providing adequate notice to administration with respect to vacation time and leave requests
Evaluation
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Head of School at any time without notice.