Temp: Support Assistant; TSA - Southern Middle

Temp:
Support Assistant (TSA) - Southern Middle

Job Summary:

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

• Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite/community environment, including assisting on/off bus, lifting or pushing students into equipment, and monitoring entry and exit to ensure students reach the correct location.
• Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene, and self‑help skills, including toileting, feeding, and grooming as assigned.
• Supports students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one‑on‑one or small groups, and implements instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach or teacher.
• Observes and manages behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
• Observes and gathers data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provides data collection to the supervising teacher.
• Supports students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns, including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
• Follows AACPS policies and procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off‑site training activities and/or community‑based settings.
• Participates in professional development; attends workshops and in‑service training for specialized care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by the Board of Education.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required. Other:
Formal academic courses or training in child development with specific applications to special education preferred.

Experience:

None.

• Ability to exercise considerable patience and to work with students who have physical, mental, emotional, and/or multiple disabilities.
• Job requires direct in‑person provision of service; therefore 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.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications, such as video/web conferencing and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for a 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 is required to conduct bona fide board business within the scope of employment.
• Personal vehicle required.

• Standing: less than one‑third of the time.
• Walking, sitting, keyboarding, talking, hearing, driving: between one‑third and two‑thirds of the time.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds: between one‑third and two‑thirds of the time.
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision:
No special vision requirements. Office, school, or similar indoor environment: over two‑thirds of the time. Moderate noise level: between one‑third and two‑thirds of the time.

Daily travel within the county to assist at other schools, parks, libraries, and other locations as needed, approximately 20% of the day.

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability. For more information, contact the Division of Human Resources at 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.