Teacher Assistant 1st Grade

About the Role

This position combines responsibilities as a Teacher Assistant and a Bus Driver within a 10-month school year calendar. The role reports to the Principal and Teacher/Bus Supervisor, with annual performance evaluations conducted by both the school principal and the bus supervisor.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or 2 years (minimum 48 semester hours) of higher education
• Computer skills
• Must be eligible for a school bus driver's license (CDL)

Responsibilities

• 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
• Monitor students as instructed by the teacher
• 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