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Middle School Teacher Assistant
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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$33,155 / year median in Kansas
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Middle School Teacher Assistant
Hesston USD 460
Hesston Middle School - Hesston, Kansas This job is also posted in Hesston USD 460
Job Details
Job ID:
5919036
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
JOB GOAL:
To assist the teacher(s) in creating a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students
RESPONSIBLE TO
Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Health Certification on file in the Central Office (after employment offer is made)
3. Experience working with children and/or teens
4. Experience in using various computers and computer programs
5. Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
1. Prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking
2. Repetitive motions
3. Physical exertion to manually move, pull, or push heavy objects or materials
4. Ability to lift and carry 30 pounds unassisted
5. Stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, and turning
6. Frequent work in noisy, crowded, stressful environments with numerous interruptions
7. Must work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
TERMS:
1. At will
2. Term of assignment is 9 months
2. Wage and benefits determined annually by the Board of Education
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Support the district's vision, mission, and values
2. Implement all policies and statutes as determined by various governmental agencies, the Kansas State Department of Education, and the local board of education
3. Assist in establishing a positive learning environment, and respond to the individual educational needs of students
4. Operate all classroom equipment
5. Assist with individual and small group instruction as directed by the classroom teacher
6. Grade papers, assist with record keeping, and prepare instructional materials and supplies for use as directed by the classroom teacher
7. Attend staff meetings as required
8. Work effectively with students, teachers, parents, community agencies, and other groups
9. Keep current on new information, innovative ideas and techniques
10. Keep student information and records confidential
11. Respond to information requests in a cooperative, courteous, and timely manner
12. Communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community
13. React to change and frequent interruptions in a productive and positive manner, and handle other tasks as assigned
14. Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the teacher, principal, or other administrative staff
USD 460 is an equal employment opportunity agency. USD 460 does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, age, or disability. Any questions regarding the district's compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, or the Americans with Disabilities Act may be directed to the district's compliance officer at (620) 327-4931.
Position Type:
Part-Time
Salary:
$13.10 Per Hour
Benefits
- Dental Insurance