Teacher Assistant Job Oak Ridge area,Tennessee USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Teacher Assistant (75%)

Job Expectations

Job Expectations:

Reports to Principal/Supervisor

Works under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher unless otherwise assigned by the appropriate supervisor

Maintains student records as directed by the classroom teacher

Administers all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher

Prepares the classroom and organizes instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher

Monitors the classroom when the teacher must attend staffing, provide consultation, etc.

Attends in-service and faculty meetings when directed to do so by the principal or supervisor

Keeps school business, or student records confidential in or out of school or with peers in accordance with FERPA

Performs other routine duties as assigned by the building-level administrator subject to the approval of the supervisor

In setting involving handicapped or very young students, may assist students with toileting, feeding and other self-help activities as required. Lifting, bending, and good general health and mobility are required in these roles.

Assists in the supervision of students on bus trips as directed by the building-level administrator

May perform lunchroom duty, bus duty, recess or playground duty, or before or after school duty as assigned

Establishes and maintains satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the school environment

Performs other duties as assigned.

Employees in designated Title I schools must meet High Qualified requirements prior to hire:

Obtained an associate's or higher degree; or
Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
Passed a test that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and mathematics