Teaching Assistant (Pre-K)- Baker-Butler Elementary 2026-27 School Year

About the role

The Teaching Assistant (Pre-K) position at Baker-Butler Elementary School is part of the 2026-27 School Year. This role supports the classroom teacher in managing and instructing students, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and IEP if applicable
• Carrries out follow-up and review lessons
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and orderly classroom environment
• Aids in maintaining appropriate classroom behavior and control
• Carries out appropriate discipline of students with teacher's approval
• Operates and assists with audio-visual equipment
• Aids in completing learning tasks assigned by teachers
• Assists in related instructional activities
• Supervises students during lunchtime and free time
• Records attendance and collects lunch money as directed
• Performs clerical duties as assigned
• Supervises students in various settings
• Assists with toileting, feeding, and positioning of students
• Participates in team meetings
• Assists with medical-related duties
• Supports carry-over of related services

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Basic keyboard and filing training
• Ability to develop an empathetic attitude toward disabled students
• Willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Willingness to obtain and maintain CPR certification

Skills

• Empathy towards disabled students
• Specialized instructional/management techniques
• Effective communication and relationship-building
• Keyboard and filing skills
• CPR certification (optional but preferred)

Benefits

ACPS offers competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more!

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of both the classroom teacher and the students.