Paraeducator/Teacher Aide - St. Mary of the Assumption - Upper Marlboro Maryland

Responsibilities

• Planning: Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards. Plan lessons that are learner-based. Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.
• Instruction: Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery. Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities. Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met. Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
• Classroom Management: Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time. Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive. Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation. Set high expectations for achievement. Ensure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher.
• Communication: Use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavioral progress. Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavioral intervention. Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification)
• Knowledge of child development and supervision
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred)