Teacher Assistant

Hertford County Public Schools Job DescriptionJOB TITLE: TEACHER ASSISTANTGENERAL STATEMENT OF JOBTo provide support to the teacher in planning, organizing and implementing the instructional program. To provide support for clerical, technical and monitorial functions. Employee may perform a wide range of tasks in order to support the efforts of the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, and ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students.REPORTS TO: Principal and/or Classroom TeacherEssential Job FunctionsAssists the teacher with planning and organizing, evaluating instructional activities, developing classroom procedures, and preparing program materials, equipment, and resources such as films, books, field trips, art supplies, etc.Works with individuals and small groups to reinforce, helps remediate, and generally assists in instructionMaintains an awareness of individual student needs, strengths, weaknesses, and problemsAssists with necessary clerical and technical tasks in maintaining the classroom such as: collecting and accounting for money; maintaining classroom files and records; collecting, checking and recording grades for class work, homework, and workbooks; writing letters, notes and permission slips; and using necessary technical equipment.Assists students with understanding rules and regulationsShares the responsibility for classroom and school cleanliness and neatness in the building and on the grounds by: helping teachers and students clean up after activities; assisting teachers and students during meals and snack time; and helping with the care and feeding of pets, plants, etc.Assists students in developing good housekeeping skills and respect for the environment both inside and outside the classroom.Encourages students to use good manners and to respect the property of othersConducts self as a role model to the studentsMaintains awareness of goals and objectives of supervising teacher(s) and demonstrates understanding and participation in the program goalsSupervises students and monitors student behavior in the classroom and other locations such as bus and car loading areas, cafeteria, restrooms, halls, classrooms, playground, safety drills, etc.Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods and reports discipline problems to teacher or principalReports to supervisor significant change or lack of change in student behaviorReconciles minor student conflictsRecords data regarding attendance, health, behavior and other information as necessaryCommunicates the needs of school and children to parents and the community in a positive manner including: discussing student needs in a positive manner; serving on committees; and participating in discussion of student evaluation in a professional mannerParticipates in curricular and extracurricular activitiesTakes responsibility for the class when the teacher is out of the classroomMaintains confidentiality in matters pertaining to the student(s) and the classReceives training and in-service pertinent to the job functionRequirement48 College courses or Associates Degree