Assistant Teacher

TITLE

Teacher Assistant

POSITION TYPE

Non- Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Assistant Teacher assists the classroom teacher by performing assigned duties related to the learning process such as assembling and preparing instructional materials and monitoring students under the direction/supervision of the teacher or building administrator.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have:

Completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; or

Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or

Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment. Mississippi uses ACT WorkKeys® assessment scores to measure this standard.

Reading for Information Passing score = 4

Applied Mathematics Passing score = 4

Writing or Business Writing Passing score = 3

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic knowledge and/or experience related to area of assignment

Skilled in handling varied multiple duties

Demonstrates initiative and self-direction

Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing to perform all performance responsibilities

Willingness to serve all students

Ability to work with students, teachers, administrators, and parents

Ability to move about in room to monitor students and check work in classrooms with varied seating and desk organization patterns

Ability to assist in the implementation of instructional program and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior, including outdoor activity, gymnasiums, etc,…

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

REPORTS TO

School Administrator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

May substitute for the classroom teacher for short periods of time, if under the direction and guidance of plans provided by the teacher

Performs clerical work related to instructional activities such as grading assignments, monitoring attendance, keeping lunch counts, collecting fees, maintaining files of student work, and the like

Performs assigned duties related to the learning process

Monitors students under the direction/supervision of the teacher or building administrator

Assists with bus, cafeteria, or hall duty

Assists the teacher in assembling and preparing instructional materials

Assists the teacher in the maintenance of a safe, clean, and attractive classroom

Participates in staff development activities related to area of assignment

Performs other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

187 days salary according to School Board Pay Schedule

EVALUATION

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

DAYS WORKED 187