2026-27 TA 2 - Special Ed - Obama Montessori Elementary

Minimum Qualifications

• An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
• Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelor's degree, or
• Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Basic skills in typing, copying and use of computers and iPads and duplicating may be required for some positions.
• Be racially conscious and support all students to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to be sensitive to the needs of others.
• Ability to relate to students with warmth, friendliness and understanding.
• Must be on time to the job every day.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a licensed teacher and/or other licensed instructional or nursing staff.
• Follow daily schedule.
• Support all students in the general education classroom, including those with 504 Plans or Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Monitor student behavior in the classroom by observing and keeping records.
• Observe that students are paying attention to their work and completing their assignments.
• Advise students and direct appropriate behavior.
• Review and correct student work.
• Help students with workbooks and other materials.
• Assist in keeping daily student records.
• Tutor students in reading, language arts, spelling, mathematics, social studies, and other subjects.
• Assist teachers with checkout and check-in of educational materials and consumables.
• Organize and maintain instructional materials such as books, flash cards, blocks, clocks, and rulers.
• Set up and take down equipment used in class.
• Prepare, duplicate, and assemble materials for teacher and other professional staff, such as a nurse, social worker or counselor.
• Be comfortable using technology including iPads.
• Occasionally do some light typing.
• Maintain displays and bulletin boards.
• Assist in program registration and fee collection.
• File materials and answer phones.
• Deliver messages and meals to rooms.
• Participate in physical education activities with students.
• Assist teacher with low-organized