Teacher Assistant - 1st Grade

About the Role

This is a 10-month position (school-year calendar) reporting to the Principal and Teacher/Bus Supervisor.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with planning, organizing, evaluating, and implementing instructional activities and classroom procedures
• Prepare necessary materials, equipment, and resources to implement programs
• Provide clerical and technical assistance as needed for program implementation and other duties in accordance with applicable rules, laws, and regulations
• Assist students with understanding 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