EC Teacher Assistant

Reports To:                            Principal and Teacher/Bus Supervisor
 
Term of Employment:           10 Months (School Year Calendar)
 
Performance Evaluation:      Performance to be evaluated annually by the lead teacher or school principal and the bus supervisor
 
Education/Qualifications:     Associate’s Degree or 2 years (min. 48 semester hrs.) of higher education
                                                Computer Skills
                                                Must be eligible for school bus driver’s license (CDL).
                                               
Responsibilities and Duties by Program Area:
 

• Assist the teacher with planning and organizing, evaluating, instructional activities and developing classroom procedures
• Prepare necessary materials, equipment and resources to implement programs
• Provide clerical and technical assistance as needed for implementation of programs and other duties in accordance with applicable rules, laws, and regulations
• Assist students with the understanding of rules and regulations
• Follow the direction of the teacher in obtaining goals and objectives
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce and assist in learning
• Support students in the regular classroom, modifying notes, tests or assignments
• Monitor students as instructed by the teacher
• Serve as a "safe space" when a student is overstimulated, anxious or nervous
• Use sound judgment in reconciling minor conflicts and correcting behavior
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, playground, buses, bathrooms and other areas on and off school property (e.g. field trips)
• Keep the teacher informed of any problems on a daily basis
• Exhibit positive behavior toward parents and students
• Assist in maintaining a functional clean environment
• Communicate the needs of students and school in a confidential and positive manner
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in a punctual, professional and positive manner to ensure a safe and healthful environment
• Conduct self as a positive role model
• Maintain bus license and accept bus driver assignments as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervising teacher and building administrators