Teacher Assistant

Starting Date: Aug 5, 2026

10‑month position for academic year 26‑27. Full time with benefits.

• Assist teacher in executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Monitor safety and well‑being of students, encourage self‑esteem and independence.
• Maintain classroom discipline, record out‑of‑class suspensions, assist with crisis prevention, restrain students as needed.
• Provide one‑on‑one academic assistance, reinforce instructions, conduct sessions on study skills.
• Maintain standardized records and documentation of student progress.
• Perform housekeeping duties in an orderly classroom, repair and maintain school equipment.
• Perform clerical duties: file incident reports, grade papers and tests, check attendance, make copies, develop classroom displays, operate audiovisual equipment, order supplies, maintain class files.
• Feed and assist toileting for students as needed; assist with any other tasks students cannot perform.
• Participate in staff development workshops and perform other related work as required.

Minimum Training and Experience

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 48 hours of college‑level coursework, GPA ≥2.0.
• Or completion of Work Keys tests with score 4 in Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, Workplace Documents and 96 contact hours in reading, writing, math strategies, special‑needs and technology.

Minimum Qualifications/Standards

• Physical ability to use classroom equipment and perform light work.
• Ability to compare and judge data, people, or things.
• Strong interpersonal communication, language ability, verbal and numerical aptitude.
• Proficiency in basic office equipment, file maintenance, and operational skills.
• Ability to maintain safety, order, discipline, and supportive relationships.

• Knowledge of lead teacher activities, classroom routines, student handbook rules, emergency procedures, organization and administration principles, and relevant curriculum.
• Ability to monitor safety, motivate students, maintain a clean environment, perform clerical duties, operate office machines, maintain records, understand instructions, and establish effective relationships.

The preceding job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.