Teacher Assistant - Pre-K

QUALIFICATIONS: Education/CertificationAssociates Degree or minimum of 48 college credits Paraprofessional Certification for Educational Aide or eligible for certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children Knowledge of general office equipment Ability to communicate effectively Preferred Experience: Previous successful experience working with children MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Instructional SupportPerform routine clerical duties. Assist the Pre-K teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays. Assist with the administration and scoring of tests and assignments. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly Pre-K classroom Assist in the use, care, and maintenance of audio-visual and other equipment. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Help the Pre-K teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports. Student ManagementWork with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the Pre-K teacher. Assist in supervising Pre-K students throughout the school day, both inside and outside of the school. Perform cafeteria duty, bus duty and playground duty as necessary. Assist in the maintenance of the personal hygiene of students. Assist in lifting and positioning students as directed by the teacher. Perform or assist with self-help skills for students such as toileting, feeding, dressing and diaper changes. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students OtherParticipate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed. Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy. Other duties as assigned Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment UsedPersonal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistin Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Work inside, may work outside Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); write and interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; District-wide and statewide travel Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I agree to perform these major responsibilities and duties and understand that this teaching position is fully/partially funded by State Compensatory Education Funds for the 2026-2027 with the primary purpose of supporting activities aimed at improving academic achievement for students struggling to meet state standards or providing support for students at-risk of dropping out of school. This position is reviewed based on the funding available. Employee Name: (Please Print) Signature of Employee: Date: Approved by: Kim Holcomb Date: 8/26/2024 Reviewed by: Dr. Tamy Smalskas Date: 12/05/2024