Temp: Support Assistant; TSA - George Cromwell Elementary

Temp:
Support Assistant (TSA) - George Cromwell Elementary

Position Summary

Title Code:
Temp:
Support Assistant

Location:

George Cromwell Elementary Elementary School

This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible candidates will be contacted as positions become available.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the supervising teacher or administrator, Temporary Support Assistants (TSA) assist teachers with the physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs of students at the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. The TSA supervises students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, includes carrying out instructional tasks, supporting self‑care, and collecting data as outlined by professional staff based upon individual student objectives.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Supervise students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite/community environment, including assisting on/off bus, lifting and pushing students in equipment, and monitoring entry and exit of students to assure they get to the correct location.
• Assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self‑help skills, including toileting, feeding, grooming as assigned by the position throughout the school day and/or while at off‑site locations.
• Support students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one‑on‑one or small groups, implementing instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher, and providing reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
• Observe and manage behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
• Observe and gather data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provide data collection to the supervising teacher.
• Support students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns, including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
• Follow AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off‑site work training activities and/or community‑based settings.
• Participate in professional development; attend workshops and in‑service training for all specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by the Board of Education.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Preferred:
  Formal academic courses/training in child development with specific applications to the area of special education.
• None in experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

• Ability to exercise considerable patience and to work with physically, mentally, emotionally and/or multiple disabilities students.
• Punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses & Certifications

• Hold or be eligible for Driver’s License (DL) Class C Non‑Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time.
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time.
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Work Environment

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time.

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.

Weight & Force

• Lifting and carrying requirements:
  Up to 50 pounds – between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time.

Travel Requirements

• 20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed.