What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESL Teacher Assistant - RHS position at Harrisonburg City Public Schools?
HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position :
Teacher Assistant - ESL
Reports to : Principal
Contract : 200 Days
Salary Scale :
Teacher Assistant Salary Scale
FLSA Status : Exempt
Revised : 9 / 2010, 3 / 2021
PRIMARY FUNCTION : Assists teachers in providing for the individual needs of the student in order for each student to achieve his / her maximum academic and social potential.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Have completed 2 years of college (associates and / or bachelor degree preferred).
- Proficiency in spoken and written communication to express and / or exchange ideas.
- Ability to establish and follow detailed work procedures with speed and accuracy.
- Bilingual ability preferred.
- Emotionally mature, objective, and sensitive to the needs of others. Able to handle responsibility, work independently, and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, families and co-workers.
- Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Experience working with diverse learning needs and with children that may benefit from alternative learning models is preferred.
- Familiarity with racial equity and inclusion frameworks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and / or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and the school community. Regular contact with staff members is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
EVALUATION :
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of administrative or licensed personnel.
The above is intended to describe the essential functions of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the demands of this position.
