Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Marley Elementary
About the role
This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible Candidates will be contacted as positions become available at this school.
Responsibilities
- Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite /community environment; to include assisting on/off bus, lifting, pushing students in equipment and monitors entry and exit of students to assure they get to the correct location.
- Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills including, but not limited to, toileting (i.e., changing diapers and soiled clothing), feeding, grooming as assigned by the position throughout the school day and/or while at off-site locations.
- Aids students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one-on-one or small groups, and implementing instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher.
- Observes and manages behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
- Observes and gathers data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provides data collection to the supervising teacher.
- Supports students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
- Follows AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off-site work training activities and/or community-based settings.
- Participates in professional development; attends workshops and in-service training for all specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by Board of Education.
- Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required. Formal academic courses/training in the field of child development with specific applications to the area of special education preferred.
- Experience: None
Qualifications
- Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics: Ability to exercise considerable patience and the ability to work with physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or multiple disabilities students.
- Job Requires: Direct in-person provision of service, therefore punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential. Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Benefits
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position. Personal Vehicle LEADERSHIP ROLE N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. No special vision requirements Work Environment Location Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time Noise Level Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Weight & Force Lifting and carrying requirements Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Travel Requirements 20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed. JOB INFORMATION Approved Date: 7/1/2023 Established Date: 9/5/2014 Title Code: D33019 Title: ASSISTANT SUPPORT: TEMPORARY Alternate Title: Assistant: Support Temporary Reports to Generic: Manager;Principal Reports to Specific: ORGANIZATION Division: Varies Business Unit: Department: Negotiated Agreement: N/A HR JOB INFORMATION Unit: 0 Days Worked: 191; 195; 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Temp-Terms of Employment) Essential Job: Months Worked: 10;12 Hours Worked: 7;7.5 Job Family: Educational Support Services Sub-Function: Classroom Assistants