Teacher Aide - TCPS - 2027-25

Application deadline: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 or until filled at 12:00 noon.

Responsibilities

• Attend training and in-service relevant to responsibilities of assigned area including pre-service training activities.
• Assist the teacher and/or other school personnel by performing assigned tasks in order to provide a quality educational program for students.
• Assist the teacher(s) in preparing materials and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing and/or grouping materials supporting instructional activities pre-planned by the teacher.
• Schedule space for specialized instructional programs and coordinate the arrangement of equipment, desk, tables, chairs and activity areas.
• Examine long and short term unit plans prepared by the teacher and anticipate the need for specific supplies and materials.
• Lead small group activity, following appropriate training, planned by the teacher in an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Assist the teacher in preparing for changing curriculum to meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles and special needs.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment for students.
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate student behavior management techniques according to the school-wide behavior program.
• Treat students and adults with consideration and respect.
• Encourage students to do their best.
• Manage time efficiently.
• Provide student supervision as assigned, following appropriate training.
• Assist in maintaining the security records, materials and equipment.
• Assist the teacher in enforcement of classroom rules and the maintenance of appropriate records.
• Assist in assessing student progress as directed, including proctoring the administration of tests, the marking of papers and the maintaining of confidential records.
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness, seek and suggest ways of continuous improvement.
• Assist as assigned in the collection of assessment data from a variety of sources and in compiling and organizing data for review by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in completing requirements for grade reporting, scheduling conferences and recording results.
• Provide instructional assistance as planned or coordinated by the teacher or administrator.
• Assist students with personal hygiene, health and safety issues and grooming as needed.
• Use classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom environment.
• Perform assigned clerical and bookkeeping duties.
• Prepare and maintain request, required reports and records.
• Work closely with teacher or other professionals.
• Assist in maintaining positive relationships between the school and parents.
• Demonstrate support for teamwork.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Collaborate with peers to create a quality instructional environment.
• Assist peers in acquiring knowledge and understanding of particular area of responsibility.
• Determine career goals, conduct a personal assessment and develop systematic plan including goals and time tables.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Use effective, positive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate integrity through ethical behavior.
• Perform job responsibilities in a timely and consistent manner.
• Recognize and remain sensitive to the individual needs and differences of students and adjust service delivery accordingly.
• Exhibit attention to punctuality, attendance, accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ensure that actions contribute to continuous growth and achievement appropriate for age group, subject area and/or student program classification to be served.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining the records which document student performance.
• Other duties as assigned by site administrator.

Physical Requirements

• Light Work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. May be medium or heavy work depending on the particular assignment.

Schedule

7.5 hours per day, 10 months per year.