25-355 Teachers Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision performs work in support of classroom instruction or library operations.

Disclaimer :   The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares worksheets, tests, quizzes, report cards and correspondence.
• Grades papers and tests; files records and makes copies as required.
• Assists students in the Library as assigned, checks books in and out and provides resource materials as requested.
• Prepares art work; assists with bulletin board preparation.
• Monitors or assists with the supervision of students in the classroom, library, cafeteria or playground.
• Provides information and resources to teachers, parents and staff.
• Provides limited instruction or tutoring to students as assigned.
• Assists instructors in various classroom activities and programs.
• Operates various technical, audio-visual and office equipment,
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned (filing, copying, etc.)
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk.  The employee may be required to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position regularly works indoors (classroom) and outdoors (playground, etc.) in all kinds of weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times.   Will have extensive contact with students, teachers, staff and the public.

16.19 / hour -  9 Month position - 35 hours / week

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin, is prohibited.  Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

Salary : $16