Assistant Teacher

UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS Position: Elementary Teaching Assistant, Windermere ElementaryReports to: Classroom teacher, building principal, and/or other designeeSchedule: M-F, 5.5-hour shiftSalary Range: $20.36 - $22.94Licensure: PreK-3, K-8, K-12, or PreK-12Description: assists the teacher in planning, assessment, and organizational support related to instruction and for direct instruction of studentsNOTE: The lists below are not ranked in order of importanceQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university preferredAppropriate State of Ohio licensurePrior teaching experience is preferableSuch alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriateRequired Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of academic area and teaching methodologyAbility to work effectively with othersAbility to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writingEffective, active listening skillsOrganizational and problem-solving skillsTraining in varied instructional designKnowledge of child development and an understanding of age-appropriate tasksBackground/knowledge base in methodology and supervised practiceAbility to work in a team environmentComputer/word processing skillsEssential FunctionsEnsure the safety of studentsEffectively manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain a good learning environmentPrepare clear and timely lesson plansMaintain accurate and complete records as requiredProvide guidance to students to promote their educational developmentCollaborate with colleaguesDistribute course-related assignmentsCreate a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of studentsFollow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined in the Board of Education-approved courses of studyTake necessary and reasonable precautions to protect equipment, materials, and facilitiesDemonstrate knowledge of subject matter and present clear, complete, and accurate explanations utilizing a variety of instructional techniques and media suitable to the level of learnersMaintain respect at all times for confidential informationTeach students using sound instructional practicesAttend educational field tripsEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with parents through effective use of interim reports, report cards, and conferencesRefer students suspected of learning difficulties to the intervention assistance teamObserve the ethics of the teaching professionOther Duties And ResponsibilitiesPromote good public relationsRespond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate mannerServe as a role model for studentsEstablish and maintain cooperative professional relationshipsParticipate in committees, study teams, and co-curricular activities as agreed uponCounsel, advise, encourage, and motivate studentsPerform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designeeEquipment OperatedVarious office machinesComputerCalculatorTelephoneOverhead projectorCompact disc playerPrinterTVCopy machineAdditional Working Conditions:Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissueOccasional interaction among unruly childrenOccasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipmentFrequently move and position oneself as necessary to access and operate equipmentFrequently move around the workspace and travel throughout the school building and/or the school district Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the District.This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor and or appointing authority.The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.