Teacher Assistant
Teacher assistant job at People Inc of Va
Job Description
People Incorporated of Virginia is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Early Head Start Teacher Assistant for the Child and Family Development program at our Clarke County center. Position provides support to classroom teachers in direct educational instruction with a focus on individualization ; communicates and collaborates with teachers and staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that meets the diverse needs of children; assists with conducting child health assessments and conducts regular data entry and completes documentation. A minimum of three months classroom experience working with children required. A high school diploma/GED is required as well as a valid driver's license; excellent driving record and reliable driving record and reliable transportation also required. CDA required within two years of hire.
We believe in changing our communities for the better- and together, we can make a difference. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients and their families. You might be a good fit to work with us if:
Making a difference in your career is important to you.
You want to work alongside other caring professionals who are dedicated to improving their communities.
You prefer a casual work environment
You want to work for an organization that provides you with strong benefits and ample vacation time.
Benefits include 403(b), medical, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, generous paid time off and 15 paid holidays.
People Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a smoke/drug free workplace. Auxiliary Aids and Services are Available Upon Request to Individuals with Disabilities. For access to Virginia Relay (Telecommunications Relay Service) dial "711" or toll free ************ (TTY) or ************.
Position is open until filled
7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
40 hours/weekly
Teacher Assistant/Driver
Teacher assistant job at People Inc of Va
Job Description
People Incorporated of Virginia is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Teacher Assistant/Driver for the Child and Family Development program at our Abingdon Head Start and Early Head Start Center, Glade Head Start Center, Bristol Head Start and Early Head Start Center. Position provides support to classroom teacher and direct educational services and health assessments to children; rides bus as bus monitor on a regular basis. Conducts data entry and completes documentation. A minimum of three months classroom experience working with children required. A high school diploma/GED is required; early childhood credential preferred as well as a valid driver's license, excellent driving record and reliable transportation also required. CDA required within two years of hire.
We believe in changing our communities for the better-- and together, we can make a difference. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients and their families. You might be a good fit to work with us of:
Making a difference in your career is important to you.
You want to work alongside other caring professionals who are dedicated to improving their communities.
You prefer a casual work environment.
You want to work for an organization that provides you with strong benefits and ample vacation time.
Benefits include 403(b), medical, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, generous paid time off and 15 paid holidays.
People Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a smoke/drug free workplace. TDD Relay Services **************.
Position is open until filled.
Monday through Friday; 7 am to 3:30 pm
40 hours/week
Teacher Assistant - full time with $1,500 Sign on Bonus
Bay Shore, NY jobs
*****$1,500 Sign On Bonus*****
TEACHER ASSISTANTS
Full Time
Bay Shore, NY
Help Others to ASPIRE HIGHER!
When a group of families came together in 1957 to find services for their children with developmental disabilities, ACLD was born. Today, we are a leading not-for-profit agency employing 1200+ staff and providing over 70 program sites in Nassau and Suffolk. ACLD assists children, teens and adults in reaching the highest level of independence with the freedom to ASPIRE HIGHER in their hopes, dreams and accomplishments. We are currently seeking a few exceptional people who have a passion to make a meaningful impact by facilitating the lives of the amazing people we support.
The Children's Services of ACLD provides a continuum of services to children from ages three to twenty-one in their pre-school and after-school programs. We currently have an opportunity for a Teacher Assistant to join our Bay Shore Facility.
In this role, you will assist classroom staff with all classroom related duties and serve as an active facilitator of children's educational and behavioral goals by role modeling and interacting with students as part of a trans-disciplinary team. You will provide educational intervention, under the direction of the special education teacher, to help each child reach their highest level of independence.
In New York State- ALL TEACHER ASSISTANTS MUST BE CERTIFIED.
High School Diploma or equivalent
New York State Teacher Assistant Certification required.
Minimum of one year experience working with children in a classroom or childcare environment. Working with children with special needs preferred.
Must have the ability to work with and supervise children in a variety of educational settings including, but not limited to, self-contained, integrated, off-site, and childcare.
Must be at least 18 years of age to supervise children independently.
Must be physically able to handle all aspects of the supervision of the day-to-day activities of preschoolers which may include, but not limited to, running, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs
Bilingual preferred.
ABA experience preferred.
Skills Required:
Pre-school Classroom, Daycare, Classroom Set-up
Must have the ability to plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
Basic Microsoft Office skills required
Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
Schedule:
35 hours per week, 8:00am - 3:30pm
Apply online at *************
Call or text ************ or email *************
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An EOE m/f/d/v
Req# 4524
Auto-ApplyTeacher Assistant
Johnstown, NY jobs
Assistant Teacher Qualifications: REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): College degree/Transcripts, OR HS Diploma/GED AND Resume (w/ALL childcare experience)
Must be 18 years of age.
High School Diploma/GED required.
Two (2) years direct experience with children under age 13 required.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Teacher Aide Troy
Troy, NY jobs
$1250 sign on bonus for full-time candidates!
A Child's Place has several Teacher Aide positions available in Troy, NY. A Child's Place (Troy). This location is on the bus line!
requires you to be on site and on time for your assigned shift.
Responsibilities:
Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.
Assist with getting children to and from buses and activities.
Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom.
Assist with clean up and organization of the classroom.
Help create an environment where children develop and learn to be successful in school.
Promote an environment of inclusion and belonging.
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED. Experience working in a licensed childcare facility or Coursework in early childhood education or child development preferred. Must be able to get to work on time through a reliable form of transportation. Must be able to pass a background check. Positive energy a must!
Benefits:
Generous time off benefits including 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year); and 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave; and 10 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
Major medical leave.
Non-profit school loan forgiveness.
Medical/dental/vision/life insurance, and 403b contributions after two years.
Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts and a 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.
Come work for an agency that cares about their employees and community!
Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.
As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Join us in making life better for children in our communities!
Auto-ApplyTeacher's Aide
New City, NY jobs
Job Description
Teacher's Aide
Status: Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate: $15.94 to $18.06 commensurate with experience
Department: Prime Time for Kids (PTFK)
About The Arc Rockland
The Arc Rockland is a proud chapter of The Arc United States, serving nearly 800 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Rockland County. We offer a wide range of programs, including early childhood education, residential services, employment opportunities, autism-specific supports, family resources, medical care, and recreational activities. With a team of over 600 dedicated professionals, we focus on abilities and work hand-in-hand with individuals and families to promote inclusion and independence. At The Arc Rockland, every person is valued as an integral member of the community.
Position Summary
The Teacher's Aide at Prime Time for Kids supports classroom teachers in a small special education preschool serving children with disabilities. This role involves assisting with daily classroom activities, preparing materials, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and helping students with eating and bathroom routines. Teacher's Aides provide supervision throughout the day and contribute to creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing learning atmosphere. Compassion, adaptability, and a commitment to student growth are essential, as aides work collaboratively with teachers and staff to foster meaningful relationships and promote developmental progress.
Role's Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as instructed by the Supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.
• Prepare classroom materials and maintain an organized learning environment.
• Assist with cleaning and sanitizing the classroom to ensure safety and hygiene.
• Support students with eating, bathroom routines, and other daily needs.
• Supervise children throughout the day to ensure safety and engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement classroom activities and lessons.
• Provide compassionate and individualized support to students with disabilities.
• Foster positive relationships with students and contribute to a nurturing environment.
• Adapt to changing classroom needs and maintain a flexible, team-oriented approach.
Requirements
• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience with children, preferably children with special needs
What We Offer
• Competitive pay that reflects your skills and dedication
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your health and well-being
• Paid training to set you up for success from day one
• Flexible scheduling options-morning, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts to fit your lifestyle
• Part-time and full-time roles so you can choose what works best for you
• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities to help you grow with us
How To Apply?
Please complete our employment application and email it to ******************************. We look forward to hearing from you! There is never a fee to apply for a role at The Arc Rockland.
The Arc Rockland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Arc Rockland strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, providing everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions of all of our employees - a workplace where every employee is able to bring their whole self to work.
Easy ApplyAssistant Teacher
Johnstown, NY jobs
Assistant Teacher Qualifications: REQUIRED DOCUMENT(S): College degree/Transcripts, OR HS Diploma/GED AND Resume (w/ALL childcare experience)
Must be 18 years of age.
High School Diploma/GED required.
Two (2) years direct experience with children under age 13 required.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
Early Learning Teacher's Associate
Oskaloosa, IA jobs
About Us: At the Y, we're dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where children thrive. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on your lives every day!
What You'll Do:
- Engage in daily activities, provide emotional support, and ensure a safe and stimulating environement.
- Assist th e Lead Teacher with creating and implementing fun and educational activities tailored to children's needs.
- Work closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and communication.
What We're Looking For:
- Genuine love for working with children and a commitment to their development.
- Previous experience in early learning or childcare, we will help you obtain your Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay: $11 - $14 per hour.
- Work today, get paid tomorrow.
- Flexible Hours Full or Part-time available.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and career advancement.
- Supportive Environment: A team that values your contribution and well-being.
- Free meals, free YMCA membership, participation in YMCA retirement program.
How to Apply: Through the YMCA website: ********************
We can't wait to meet you!
Auto-ApplyHead Start Teacher Assistant - North Jeff I
Riverhead, NY jobs
JOB TITLE: Teacher Assistant PROGAM: Head Start CLASSIFICATION: Academic Full-Time 3 - Child Development Associate (CDA)/Grade 4 - Associate's Degree SALARY: Grade 3 - $17.29 per hour/Grade 4 - $17.75 per hour JOB HOURS: 37.5 hours per week (M-F)
JOB LOCATION: North Jeff I Head Start Program (Evans Mills, NY)
JOB SUMMARY: The Teacher Assistant helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age appropriate activities for preschool children; ensuring the safety of the children; and carrying out the Head Start performance standards. This person conducts home visits, assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher, and is responsible for required recordkeeping. The Teacher Assistant is also responsible for bus monitor duties as assigned by the Center Coordinator.
EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required.
EXPERIENCE: Experience working in a licensed or registered early childhood setting required.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Candidate must be supportive and non-judgmental in working with children and families; be able to maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information; serve as an advocate for children and families; be a team player and cooperate with all Head Start staff to provide quality programming for Head Start children and families; be able to observe and record the behaviors of children, keep accurate detailed records; possess proficient computer skills; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. A valid driver's license is required.
OTHER: Preference is given to qualified in-house applicants. Employment is conditional pending satisfactory medical exam and TB test; clearances from the NYS Child Abuse Central Register and NYS Office of Children and Family Services at time of hire. Employee will be required to sign an affidavit annually which states that he/she has not been indicated in a child abuse or neglect case within the past year. Community Action is a substance-free workplace and conducts random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing. Physical requirements of the job include standing, sitting, walking, must be able to bend and kneel to child's eye level, and lift up to 40 pounds.
BENEFITS: Agency Flexible Benefits Plan, academic schedule, paid school vacations and unemployment benefits during the summer months.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit updated resume, transcripts/credential and CAPC employment application form to Community Action Planning Council, 518 Davidson St, Watertown, NY 13601, Fax ************ or email ********************. Application form can be downloaded from *************** Applications/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
Easy ApplyTeacher's Aide (Day Care)
New York, NY jobs
About us:
Sponsored by Fort Greene Council Inc., an organization with over 50 years of reputable social service experience throughout Brooklyn, New York, Young Minds has provided academic-based programs and aftercare services since 1982.
Our teachers and caregivers are trained, ready, and excited to help guide, motivate, and prepare your future leaders for Kindergarten. With purposeful play and nurturing guidance from our teachers, our approach to learning inspires children to think critically while embracing their spirit of creativity. Utilizing creativity, compassion, and resourcefulness, this approach instills a spark of desire for continued learning and discovery that helps your child's future leaders develop and excel throughout their education journey.
Hourly rate: $18.00
- Assist in plans, organizes and executes daycare curriculum, lesson plans, procedures and document accordingly; provides positive effect on student; maintain a wholesome classroom atmosphere; effective use of methods and techniques that are age appropriate; conducts bimonthly written observations of children and communicate any concerns; regularly participates,
- Completes and maintains quality documentation; assist with designing and maintaining a neat and clean and safe environment for students; promotes student autonomy and self-sufficiency; implements good safety practice in and outside of the classroom; recommends improvement, land participates in classroom daily preparation and cleanup; notifies appropriate staff of safety issue/problems; assist children with routine direct care, including dressing, eating and toileting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate Degree in early childhood education and 2 years classroom experience preferred, 30 college credits in early childhood education and 3 years classroom experience, OR High School graduate or HS Equivalency, and 8 years classroom experience.
At time of hire, if minimum qualifications are not met, an educational plan must be implemented and act to remain employed. Must be in good physical and mental health
Head Start Teacher Assistant - North Jeff I
Croghan, NY jobs
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Teacher Assistant PROGAM: Head Start CLASSIFICATION: Academic Full-Time 3 - Child Development Associate (CDA)/Grade 4 - Associate's Degree SALARY: Grade 3 - $17.29 per hour/Grade 4 - $17.75 per hour
JOB HOURS: 37.5 hours per week (M-F)
JOB LOCATION: North Jeff I Head Start Program (Evans Mills, NY)
JOB SUMMARY: The Teacher Assistant helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age appropriate activities for preschool children; ensuring the safety of the children; and carrying out the Head Start performance standards. This person conducts home visits, assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher, and is responsible for required recordkeeping. The Teacher Assistant is also responsible for bus monitor duties as assigned by the Center Coordinator.
EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required.
EXPERIENCE: Experience working in a licensed or registered early childhood setting required.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Candidate must be supportive and non-judgmental in working with children and families; be able to maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information; serve as an advocate for children and families; be a team player and cooperate with all Head Start staff to provide quality programming for Head Start children and families; be able to observe and record the behaviors of children, keep accurate detailed records; possess proficient computer skills; and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. A valid driver's license is required.
OTHER: Preference is given to qualified in-house applicants. Employment is conditional pending satisfactory medical exam and TB test; clearances from the NYS Child Abuse Central Register and NYS Office of Children and Family Services at time of hire. Employee will be required to sign an affidavit annually which states that he/she has not been indicated in a child abuse or neglect case within the past year. Community Action is a substance-free workplace and conducts random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing. Physical requirements of the job include standing, sitting, walking, must be able to bend and kneel to child's eye level, and lift up to 40 pounds.
BENEFITS: Agency Flexible Benefits Plan, academic schedule, paid school vacations and unemployment benefits during the summer months.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit updated resume, transcripts/credential and CAPC employment application form to Community Action Planning Council, 518 Davidson St, Watertown, NY 13601, Fax ************ or email ********************. Application form can be downloaded from *************** Applications/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.
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Easy ApplyTeacher Aide part-time
Albany, NY jobs
Looking for part-time hours in the afternoon?
A Child's Place has Part-Time Teacher aide positions available at 435 4th street Troy OR 50 Philip Street Albany
Hours are expected to be Monday - Friday 12:00 -5:30.
This position requires you to be on site and on time for your assigned shift. Pro-rated sign on bonus applies
Responsibilities:
Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.
Assist with getting children to and from buses and activities.
Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom.
Assist with clean up and organization of the classroom.
Help create an environment where children develop and learn to be successful in school.
Promote an environment of inclusion and belonging.
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED. Experience working in a licensed childcare facility or Coursework in early childhood education or child development preferred. Must be able to get to work on time through a reliable form of transportation. Must be able to pass a background check. Positive energy a must!
Benefits: Part-time benefit eligible starting at 20hrs
Pro-rated PTO
Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
403b (you can contribute right away) company contributions begin after one year of employment
50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place
Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts
Come work for an agency that cares about their employees and community!
Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.
As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Auto-ApplyTeacher Aide Albany
Albany, NY jobs
$1250 sign on bonus for full-time candidates!
A Child's Place Albany is location at 50 Philip St Albany and has several openings for teacher aides.
requires you to be on site and on time for your assigned shift.
Responsibilities:
Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all company standards.
Assist with getting children to and from buses and activities.
Help to maintain a fun and interactive classroom.
Assist with clean up and organization of the classroom.
Help create an environment where children develop and learn to be successful in school.
Promote an environment of inclusion and belonging.
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED. Experience working in a licensed childcare facility or Coursework in early childhood education or child development preferred. Must be able to get to work on time through a reliable form of transportation. Must be able to pass a background check. Positive energy a must!
Benefits:
Generous time off benefits including 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year); and 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave; and 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays.
Major medical leave.
Non-profit school loan forgiveness.
Medical/dental/vision/life insurance, and 403b contributions after two years.
Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts and a 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.
Come work for an agency that cares about their employees and community!
Unity House is a Rensselaer County-based human service agency that provides a wide range of services to meet the otherwise unmet needs of people in our community who are hurting and struggling. We assist those who are living in poverty, adults living with mental illness or HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, and children with developmental delays. We work to achieve social justice in our community and to create a better understanding of those we serve.
As An Equal Opportunity Employer, we commit ourselves to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, age, sex, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, predisposing genetic characteristics national origin, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, military status, pregnancy related condition, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Join us in making life better for children in our communities!
Auto-ApplyPart-Time (5 hours) Teacher Assistant (SPED)
Tennessee jobs
Student Support Services/Teaching Assistant
Date Available: 05/05/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
SPECIAL EDUCATION EXTENDED RESOURCE
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
Meets health and physical requirements
JOB GOAL
To assist teachers in giving specialized academic and physical training to students with disabilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains student records
Performs instructional activities
Administers diagnostic tools
Prepares the classroom and organizes instructional materials and equipment
Monitors the classroom when the teacher must attend staffings, provides consultation, etc.
Attends inservice and faculty meetings when requested by principal or supervisor of special services
Adheres to the established work hours
Maintains confidential information in a professional manner
Performs other routinized duties as assigned by the building-level administrator, subject to approveal of the supervisor of special services
Assists students with toileting, catheterization, feeding, and other self-help activities as required
Changes or helps spina bifida students
Supervises students on bus trips as required
Assists with bus duty
Assists with lunch duty
Assists with disabled students at lunch or in regular class
Helps with specific regular classes in which extended resource students are involved
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crawling
Reaching
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
Vocational education
Apprentice training
On-the-job training
Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria
Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.
Intelligence
:
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments
Verbal
:
Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
Manual Dexterity
:
Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately
Form Perception
: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures
Color Discrimination
: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
185-day contract
Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal and supervisor of special services
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
Teacher Assistant
Tennessee jobs
Student Support Services/Teaching Assistant
Date Available: 01/05/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
TEACHER ASSISTANT 1 OF 10
NOTE: This job description is divided
into four categories as listed below:
TEACHER ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTIONAL (pages 2-4)
TEACHER ASSISTANT - PRESCHOOL (pages 5-7)
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
SPECIAL EDUCATION EXTENDED RESOURCE (pages 8-10)
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)(pages 11-13)
TEACHER ASSISTANT 2 OF 10
TITLE TEACHER ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
2. 48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
3. Meets health and physical requirements
JOB GOAL
To provide assistance to teachers, secretaries, and clerical personnel when needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher
recommends for individual students
2. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
3. Distributes and collects workbooks, paper, and other materials for instruction
4. Assists with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field
trips
5. Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the
teacher
6. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or
skills
7. Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures
associated with the responsibilities of the job
8. Checks and records attendance
9. Arranges bulleting boards
10. Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials
11. Assists in supervising children in lunchroom, playground, and loading buses
12. Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays
13. Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to
elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical
demands that may be required are as follows:
1. Pushing
2. Pulling
3. Climbing
4. Stooping
5. Kneeling
6. Crawling
7. Reaching
8. Talking
9. Hearing
10. Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
1. Vocational education
2. Apprentice training
TEACHER ASSISTANT 3 OF 10
3. On-the-job training
4. Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
1. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
2. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
3. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental
criteria
4. Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a
task or job duty.
1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and
make judgments
2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
3. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly
and accurately
4. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in
shapes and shadings of figures
5. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or
shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
1. 185-day contract
2. Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TEACHER ASSISTANT 4 OF 10
TITLE TEACHER ASSISTANT - PRESCHOOL
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
2. Early childhood education experience (preference given for Child Development Associate
certification or associate's degree in early childhood education or active pursuit of either)
3. Meets health and physical requirements
JOB GOAL
To provide assistance to preschool teachers
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher
recommends for individual students
2. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
3. Distributes and collects workbooks, paper, and other materials for instruction
4. Assists with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field
trips
5. Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the
teacher
6. Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or
skills
7. Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures
associated with the responsibilities of the job
8. Checks and records attendance
9. Arranges bulleting boards
10. Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials
11. Assists in supervising children in lunchroom, playground, and loading buses
12. Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays
13. Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a preschool child, with
frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be
required are as follows:
1. Pushing
2. Pulling
3. Climbing
4. Stooping
5. Kneeling
6. Crawling
7. Reaching
8. Talking
9. Hearing
10. Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
1. Vocational education
TEACHER ASSISTANT 5 OF 10
2. Apprentice training
3. On-the-job training
4. Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
1. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
2. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
3. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental
criteria
4. Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a
task or job duty.
1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and
make judgments
2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
3. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly
and accurately
4. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in
shapes and shadings of figures
5. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or
shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
1. 185-day contract; 5-hour workday
2. Teacher assistant salary scale prorated from 7.5-hour to 5-hour workday
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TEACHER ASSISTANT 6 OF 10
TITLE TEACHER ASSISTANT -
SPECIAL EDUCATION EXTENDED RESOURCE
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
2. 48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
3. Meets health and physical requirements
JOB GOAL
To assist teachers in giving specialized academic and physical training to students with disabilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Maintains student records
2. Performs instructional activities
3. Administers diagnostic tools
4. Prepares the classroom and organizes instructional materials and equipment
5. Monitors the classroom when the teacher must attend staffings, provides consultation, etc.
6. Attends inservice and faculty meetings when requested by principal or supervisor of special
services
7. Adheres to the established work hours
8. Maintains confidential information in a professional manner
9. Performs other routinized duties as assigned by the building-level administrator, subject to
approveal of the supervisor of special services
10. Assists students with toileting, catheterization, feeding, and other self-help activities as required
11. Changes or helps spina bifida students
12. Supervises students on bus trips as required
13. Assists with bus duty
14. Assists with lunch duty
15. Assists with disabled students at lunch or in regular class
16. Helps with specific regular classes in which extended resource students are involved
17. Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to
elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical
demands that may be required are as follows:
1. Pushing
2. Pulling
3. Climbing
4. Stooping
5. Kneeling
6. Crawling
7. Reaching
8. Talking
9. Hearing
10. Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
TEACHER ASSISTANT 7 OF 10
1. Vocational education
2. Apprentice training
3. On-the-job training
4. Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
1. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
2. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
3. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental
criteria
4. Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a
task or job duty.
1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and
make judgments
2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
3. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly
and accurately
4. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in
shapes and shadings of figures
5. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or
shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
1. 185-day contract
2. Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal and supervisor of special services
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TEACHER ASSISTANT 8 OF 10
TITLE TEACHER ASSISTANT -
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
2. 48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
3. Fluent in spoken and written Spanish and English
4. Conversational in Spanish preferred
5. Meets health and physical requirements
JOB GOAL
To enhance the learning experiences of limited English proficient students by providing additional
vocabulary support, academic support, cultural support, and access to extracurricular activities, and to
more fully engage families in their children's educational process
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares daily lesson plans under supervision of the ESL teacher; makes instructional
presentations
2. Conducts discussions, encourages practice, and corrects student work in a manner that promotes
language competence
3. Cooperates with the ESL teacher in completing ESL forms
4. Assists teachers in administering and recording such assessment and achievement as
recommended for ESL students
5. Seeks advice and assistance of ESL and classroom teachers to make changes in the
instructional plan when evaluation indicates a need
6. Confers with the ESL and classroom teachers concerning individual student needs on a daily
basis under the guidance of the ESL teacher
7. Adjusts instruction to objectives and individual student needs on a daily basis under the guidance
of the ESL teacher
8. Provides individual students with positive and prompt feedback on their progress
9. Helps develop and use language resources to support and supplement instructional activities
10. Renews competence and keeps abreast of new knowledge, research, and practice in language
instruction and applies this knowledge to improve the instructional program
11. Attends appropriate and required staff development to enhance instruction
12. Attends PTO/PTA open houses, conference nights, and other school-related events as needed to
support limited English proficient students and families
13. Establishes positive rapport with students, parents, and school personnel
14. Sets high standards for student performance and achievement
15. Adheres to established laws, rules, and regulations of the school system and the ESL program
16. Works one-on-one and with small groups to remediate diagnosed weaknesses
17. Works to remove cultural barriers for limited-English students
18. Works to fully integrate limited-English students into all aspects of the extracurricular program;
19. Provides written and/or verbal vocabulary support with English language learner students
20. Assists in the planning and implementation of activities designed to increase parent participation
in the education process
21. Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to
elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical
demands that may be required are as follows:
TEACHER ASSISTANT 9 OF 10
1. Pushing
2. Pulling
3. Climbing
4. Stooping
5. Kneeling
6. Crawling
7. Reaching
8. Talking
9. Hearing
10. Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
1. Vocational education
2. Apprentice training
3. On-the-job training
4. Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
1. Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
2. Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
3. Adaptability to making generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental
criteria
4. Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a
task or job duty.
1. Intelligence: Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and
make judgments
2. Verbal: Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
3. Manual Dexterity: Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly
and accurately
4. Form Perception: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in
shapes and shadings of figures
5. Color Discrimination: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or
shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
1. 185-day contract
2. Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
TEACHER ASSISTANT 10 OF 10
ELL teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 06/2011
Revised 03/21/17
Teacher Assistant
Tennessee jobs
Student Support Services/Teaching Assistant
NOTE: This job description is divided
into four categories as listed below:
TEACHER ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTIONAL (pages 2-4)
TEACHER ASSISTANT - PRESCHOOL (pages 5-7)
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
SPECIAL EDUCATION EXTENDED RESOURCE (pages 8-10)
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) (pages 11-13)
TITLE
TEACHER ASSISTANT - INSTRUCTIONAL
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
Meets health and physical requirements
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention/Restraint Training
JOB GOAL
To aid teachers, secretaries, and clerical personnel when needed
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
Distributes and collects workbooks, paper, and other materials for instruction
Assists with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher
Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills
Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job
Checks and records attendance
Arranges bulleting boards
Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials
Assists in supervising children in lunchroom, playground, and loading buses
Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crawling
Reaching
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
Vocational education
Apprentice training
On-the-job training
Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
Adaptability to generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria
Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.
Intelligence
:
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments
Verbal
:
Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
Manual Dexterity
:
Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately
Form Perception
: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures
Color Discrimination
: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
185-day contract
Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TITLE
TEACHER ASSISTANT - PRESCHOOL
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
Early childhood education experience (preference given for Child Development Associate certification or associate's degree in early childhood education or active pursuit of either)
Meets health and physical requirements
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention/Restraint Training
JOB GOAL
To aid preschool teachers
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
Distributes and collects workbooks, paper, and other materials for instruction
Assists with supervision of students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips
Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher
Works with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of material or skills
Assumes responsibility for knowing and following the safety rules and proper procedures associated with the responsibilities of the job
Checks and records attendance
Arranges bulleting boards
Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials
Assists in supervising children in lunchroom, playground, and loading buses
Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a preschool child, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crawling
Reaching
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
Vocational education
Apprentice training
On-the-job training
Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
Adaptability to generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria
Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.
Intelligence
:
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments
Verbal
:
Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
Manual Dexterity
:
Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately
Form Perception
: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures
Color Discrimination
: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
185-day contract; 5-hour workday
Teacher assistant salary scale prorated from 7.5-hour to 5-hour workday
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TITLE
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
SPECIAL EDUCATION EXTENDED RESOURCE
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
Meets health and physical requirements
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention/Restraint Training
JOB GOAL
To assist teachers in giving specialized academic and physical training to students with disabilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains student records
Performs instructional activities
Administers diagnostic tools
Prepares the classroom and organizes instructional materials and equipment
Monitors the classroom when the teacher must attend staffings, provides consultation, etc.
Attends in-service and faculty meetings when requested by principal or supervisor of special services
Adheres to the established work hours
Maintains confidential information in a professional manner
Performs other routinized duties as assigned by the building-level administrator, subject to approval of the supervisor of special services
Assists students with toileting, catheterization, feeding, and other self-help activities as required
Changes or helps spina bifida students
Supervises students on bus trips as required
Assists with bus duty
Assists with lunch duty
Assists with disabled students at lunch or in regular class
Helps with specific regular classes in which extended resource students are involved
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crawling
Reaching
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
Vocational education
Apprentice training
On-the-job training
Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
Adaptability to generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria
Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.
Intelligence
:
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments
Verbal
:
Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
Manual Dexterity
:
Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately
Form Perception
: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures
Color Discrimination
: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
185-day contract
Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Classroom teacher and/or principal and supervisor of special services
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 03/21/17
TITLE
TEACHER ASSISTANT -
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum high school diploma or G.E.D.
48 semester hours of college credit or score of 456 on ParaPro Assessment
Fluent in spoken and written Spanish and English
Conversational in Spanish preferred
Meets health and physical requirements
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention/Restraint Training
JOB GOAL
To enhance the learning experiences of limited English proficient students by providing additional vocabulary support, academic support, cultural support, and access to extracurricular activities, and to more fully engage families in their children's educational process
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares daily lesson plans under supervision of the ESL teacher; makes instructional presentations
Conducts discussions, encourages practice, and corrects student work in a manner that promotes language competence
Cooperates with the ESL teacher in completing ESL forms
Assists teachers in administering and recording such assessment and achievement as recommended for ESL students
Seeks advice and assistance of ESL and classroom teachers to make changes in the instructional plan when evaluation indicates a need
Confers with the ESL and classroom teachers concerning individual student needs on a daily basis under the guidance of the ESL teacher
Adjusts instruction to objectives and individual student needs on a daily basis under the guidance of the ESL teacher
Provides individual students with positive and prompt feedback on their progress
Helps develop and use language resources to support and supplement instructional activities
Renews competence and keeps abreast of new knowledge, research, and practice in language instruction and applies this knowledge to improve the instructional program
Attends appropriate and required staff development to enhance instruction
Attends PTO/PTA open houses, conference nights, and other school-related events as needed to support limited English proficient students and families
Establishes positive rapport with students, parents, and school personnel
Sets high standards for student performance and achievement
Adheres to established laws, rules, and regulations of the school system and the ESL program
Works one-on-one and with small groups to remediate diagnosed weaknesses
Works to remove cultural barriers for limited-English students
Works to fully integrate limited-English students into all aspects of the extracurricular program;
Provides written and/or verbal vocabulary support with English language learner students
Assists in the planning and implementation of activities designed to increase parent participation in the education process
Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This job may require lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., or the average weight of a child, if assigned to elementary grades, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows:
Pushing
Pulling
Climbing
Stooping
Kneeling
Crawling
Reaching
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
VOCATIONAL PREPARATION
The required vocational preparation may come from any of the following:
Vocational education
Apprentice training
On-the-job training
Essential experience
TEMPERAMENT (Personal traits)
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Adaptability to accepting responsibility for the direction, control, or planning of an activity
Adaptability to generalizing, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria
Adaptability to dealing with students
CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty.
Intelligence
:
Ability to understand instructions and underlying principles; ability to reason and make judgments
Verbal
:
Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with then
Manual Dexterity
:
Ability to move the fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly and accurately
Form Perception
: To make visual comparisons and discriminations and see slight differences in shapes and shadings of figures
Color Discrimination
: Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or differences in colors or shades or other values of the same color
WORK CONDITIONS
Normal working environment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
185-day contract
Teacher assistant salary scale
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
ELL teacher and/or principal
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Adopted 07/01/93
Revised 11/2010
Revised 06/2011
Revised 03/21/17
Attachment(s):
teacher assistant.pdf
Assistant Teacher
New York, NY jobs
About us:
Sponsored by Fort Greene Council Inc., an organization with over 50 years of reputable social service experience throughout Brooklyn, New York, Young Minds has provided academic-based programs and aftercare services since 1982.
Our teachers and caregivers are trained, ready, and excited to help guide, motivate, and prepare your future leaders for Kindergarten. With purposeful play and nurturing guidance from our teachers, our approach to learning inspires children to think critically while embracing their spirit of creativity. Utilizing creativity, compassion, and resourcefulness, this approach instills a spark of desire for continued learning and discovery that helps your child's future leaders develop and excel throughout their education journey.
Hourly Rate : $22
- Consistently assist in plans, organizes and executes daycare curriculum, lesson plans, procedures and document accordingly;
- provides positive effect on student; maintain a wholesome classroom atmosphere; effective use of methods and techniques that are age appropriate;
- Conducts bimonthly written observations of children and communicate any concern to the Head Teacher; regularly establish, conduct, document and inform the Head Teacher of relevant items in classroom team meetings.
- Helps to ensure the safety and welfare of the children and protects each from physical or emotional harm. This includes performing all tasks with an appropriate level of confidentiality.
- Provides an environment where everyone can have a positive experience throughout the day.
- Treats all children, families, and staff members with dignity and respect, and allow for individual differences.
- Recommend improvements and participate in classroom daily preparation and cleanup.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree with 60 credits in early childhood education and 2 years teaching experience; OR an Associate Degree in early childhood education, and 6 years teaching experience. Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent English language written and oral skills.
At time of hire, if minimum qualifications are not met, an educational plan must be implemented and act to remain employed. Must be in good physical and mental health.
Teacher Assistant (Part Time Float)
Nassau, NY jobs
CEO is a Community Action Agency that's committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues and community. We're looking for individuals to join our agency that support and believe in our Values of: Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation & Teamwork. CEO's many programs offer a broad range of services to meet the needs of our community.
Our Schodack Family Resource Center is seeking a (Part Time Floater) Teacher Assistant that will:
Work as a team member with classroom staff and families to implement curriculum, lesson plans, and activities that are meaningful and meets the needs of individual children.
Support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance to children.
Promote positive social interactions among children and model appropriate communication.
Assist in delivering age-appropriate activities in various areas of learning.
Support small group activities and provide individualized instruction as needed.
Remain up to date on Head Start and child care licensing regulations.
Assist with completing daily classroom paperwork and conducting child observations and assessments.
Encourage and support family involvement in their child's education.
Candidate Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Part-Time (20 hrs/week) Hour Work Week Monday-Friday 10am-2pm
Previous experience working with young children
Currently possess or the commitment to obtain a CDA credential within the agreed upon time
Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without VISA sponsorship
Other Benefits Include:
Competitive Hourly Rate Offered $18/hr
12 paid holidays, 1 week off between Christmas and New Years, February and April School break
A generous paid time off policy and tenure-based accrual
Casual Dress Code
Free Telemedicine
Employee Assistance Program
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)*
Cash option for waiving health insurance
Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan*
When eligible, Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution*
CEO qualifies eligible employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program*
CEO is part of the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities are available for staff to advance their education and deepen their qualifications as early childhood professionals.
Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances. Apply: ****************************************** Call: ************, ext. 301 EOE/AA
Auto-ApplyAssistant Teacher
Iowa City, IA jobs
JOB TITLE: Assistant Teacher
DIVISION: Childcare Center REVISION NO.: 1
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in delivering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom experience for children in their care. This role involves fostering children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth, while following Iowa's childcare regulations and guidelines. The Assistant Teacher assists with routines, classroom management, and interpersonal interactions alongside the Lead Teacher and team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist in implementing routines and curricula under the direction of the Lead Teacher.
Support children's routines (diapering, toileting, meal routines, rest periods) with patience and care.
Provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere that helps children feel valued and safe.
Engage children in appropriate activities, games, stories, and art projects.
Communicate positively and respectfully with children.
Support children's social and emotional development.
Provide appropriate supervision and help keep children engaged, comfortable, and involved in group routines.
Help keep children safe and healthy by following sanitary routines, hand washing, health guidelines, and state regulations.
Monitor children for signs of sickness or distress and promptly notify the Lead Teacher.
Support the Lead Teacher in keeping child attendance, incident, health, and observation records up to date and accurate.
Maintain discretion and confidentiality with children's and families' information.
Communicate effectively with team members and collaborate to provide high-quality care for children.
Take directions from the Lead Teacher and contribute to a cohesive team atmosphere.
Provide a helpful and flexible presence in the classroom and routines.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED (minimum).
Experience in childcare or a related setting is preferred but not required.
Additional training Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses, paraprofessional certificate, or Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
1-2 years of hands-on experience with infants through school age strongly preferred
Currently hold or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Other Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and move frequently to respond to children's needs.
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Reliable, flexible, and passionate about working with children.
Mandatory reporter training for child abuse in Iowa (required within 30/90 days of employment).
Clearance of background checks, fingerprint checks, and a physical exam
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Continuing Professional Development:
Training:
Commitment to ongoing training and professional development (at least 12 hours per year), in compliance with Iowa regulations.
Staying up to date with current practices in child care and education.
Physical Qualifications
Position requires constant lifting, twisting, stooping, bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching. Pushing and pulling may be required. Frequently exposed and subject to changes in temperature and humidity, vapor, fumes, odors and infectious disease conditions.
Must be able to routinely lift 30-50 pounds.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No supervisory responsibilities.
EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:
Must be able to operate computer and other office machines such as calculator, telephone, etc.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours, frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be called upon to work overtime or odd schedules. Typically works in in the classroom. This position requires proficient organizational and communication skills. Must be able to perform several tasks at one time. This job requires the individual to be able to read, write and communicate with a diverse set of staff, children, youth, and parents/guardians.
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Teacher assistant job at People Inc of Va
Job Description
People Incorporated of Virginia is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Teacher Assistant for the Child and Family Development program at our Frederick County Day Care Center. Position provides support to classroom teacher and direct educational services and health assessments to children; rides bus as bus monitor on a regular basis. Conducts data entry and completes documentation. A minimum of three months classroom experience working with children required. A high school diploma/GED is required; as well as a valid driver's license, excellent driving record and reliable transportation also required. CDA required within two years of hire.
We believe in changing our communities for the better-- and together, we can make a difference. Your work at People Incorporated will contribute to our vision of building futures and realizing dreams for clients and their families. You might be a good fit to work with us of:
Making a difference in your career is important to you.
You want to work alongside other caring professionals who are dedicated to improving their communities.
You prefer a casual work environment.
You want to work for an organization that provides you with strong benefits and ample vacation time.
Benefits include 403(b), medical, dental, vision, life, employee assistance program, flexible spending account, generous paid time off and 15 paid holidays.
People Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and a smoke/drug free workplace. TDD Relay Services **************.
Position is open until filled.
8:00 am to 4:30pm
Monday through Friday
40 hours/week