Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Job Description

POSITION TITLE

Teacher Assistant

LOCATION

Liberty Elementary

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent; some college preferred. Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude. Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with the Teacher.

REPORTS TO

Principal Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Teacher in preparing and organizing instructional materials, including but not limited to lesson plans, worksheets, and visual aids. Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students under the direction of the Teacher, adapting materials and activities to meet students' needs. Help to implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans as directed by the Teacher. Support the Teacher in maintaining a neat, orderly, and safe classroom environment. Assist with classroom management and student discipline, following the Teacher's guidelines. Monitor student progress and assist the Teacher in collecting data on student performance. Provide support during transitions, assemblies, field trips, and other school activities. Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning and provide additional support. Assist the Teacher in communicating with parents through notes, phone calls, or conferences. Operate and assist students with technology and instructional equipment. Attend relevant meetings and professional development sessions as required. Perform other duties as assigned by the Teacher or Principal.

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA - it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements:

Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead, above the shoulder, and horizontally; repetitive use of fingers and hands to grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students; lift/move up to 25 pounds.

Visual Requirements:

Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus

Hearing/Speaking Requirements:

Adequate to exchange information