What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant position at Magnolia Speech School?
Assistant to Classroom Teacher
A person who is hired as an assistant at Magnolia Speech School will be joining the staff as a paraprofessional and will be expected to consistently conduct themselves in a professional manner.
Reports directly to Supervising Teacher
Skills Required: Some college preferred or 3-5 years of experience in similar setting
-Personable, enjoys children
-Inquisitive, interested in learning
-Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Comply with requests of classroom teacher (make materials, assist her in any way she needs)
-Comply with requests of Instructional Specialist
-Become familiar with children with communicative disorders
-Become familiar with The Association Method Model appropriate social interactions (good manners, gentle words, thoughtfulness in daily work)
-Model appropriate language (appropriate words, sentences, and grammar)
-Maintain confidentiality in all situations
-Be punctual; Arrive on time and stay timely in all daily activities
-Maintain good attendance
-Observe all dress codes
-Maintain assigned duties for lunchroom, playground, library, and other special settings
-Attend professional meetings as requested
-Act respectively with students, teachers, and colleagues
-Follow planned activities from the teacher’s direction
-Ensure that children are always properly supervised
-Listen for and take notes for spontaneous language samples
-Take initiative within the structure of the classroom
-Respect co-workers
-Maintain an open, pleasant attitude
-Serve on at least 2 school committees
-Other duties as assigned
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: From $25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Physical Setting:
- Development center
- Special education school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Madison, MS 39110 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Madison, MS 39110: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25,000