Special Education Teacher Assistant

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direct supervision the teacher assistant provides general teaching support to the assigned teacher. Reports directly to the Principal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts such duties to support instruction as preparing copies, preparing mailings, light typing and data entry, etc.
• May use computers in performing assigned tasks
• Duties may be specialized to area of instruction, type of students, etc.
• Provides classroom teaching assistance such as reinforcing skills, completing roll call and student counts; administering make-up work, etc.
• Assists teachers with academic instruction and classroom activities; prepares and disseminates materials for classroom activities
• Sets up classroom for special activities as assigned such as preparing materials for classroom, setting up charts, etc.
• Provides physical assistance to students including but not limited to toileting, self-help, transfer and/or lifting for purposes of mobility associated with school activities
• Arranges for field trips (permission slips, arrangement of transportation, etc.), speakers/presenters, and related educational activities; accompanies class on field trips as required
• Provides clerical support by performing such duties as light typing and data entry, routine sorting and filing, and routine posting to ledgers
• Types, completes and/or files various records and forms
• Collects incoming monies for field trips, school pictures, and other school fees; prepares receipts for monies collected
• Performs miscellaneous duties as required such as distributing materials, scheduling parent or teacher appointments, ordering supplies, scheduling tutoring, escorting students to other areas of the school, etc.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists the administrative team in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
• Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
• Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
• Presents a positive image of GCA at all times
• Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc.
• Willingly performs other related duties as assigned by the classroom teacher and/or Principal

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Days of Employment per School Year

• 180 days of employment per school year

Education and Experience

• Preferred completion of two years (60 semester hours) college coursework from an accredited institution and/or minimum 3 years classroom experience working with young children in a public school setting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
• Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities that stimulate learning
• Knowledge of the records, forms, and reports that must be prepared and maintained
• Knowledge of proper maintenance of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities
• Knowledge of counseling methods necessary for handling student academic and adjustment problems
• Knowledge of the materials and information which must be prepared for classroom instructional activities

Skills/Effort:

• Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration, and/or supervised practice
• Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials for classroom activities
• Ability to identify student adjustments and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, all staff members, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
• Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities

Working Conditions

• Conducts duties in a classroom environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress-related duties that require constant attention and working with students
• Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring lifting/moving of items up to 50 pounds
• Occasional local travel is required; no overnight travel is required
• Job requires the operation of standard office equipment
• The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Principal at any time without notice.

Goucher Charter Academy believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the school regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.