Temp: Support Assistant; TSA - Waugh Chapel Elementary

Overview

Position: Temporary Support Assistant

Summary: This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible candidates will be contacted as positions become available at this school.

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 Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. Supervision of 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.

Employees must be capable of performing duties individually or independently which may vary based on work location/assignment and staffing availability.

• Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite / community environment; assist on/off bus, assist with lifting, pushing students in equipment, and monitor entry and exit of students to ensure they reach the correct location.
• Assist students with social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills including toileting, feeding, grooming as assigned, throughout the school day and/or 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; implement instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher; provide reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
• Observe and manage behavior of students in classrooms, lunch areas, playgrounds, 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 policies and procedures while assisting students and staff in the school building and off-site training activities and/or community-based settings.
• Participate in professional development; attend 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

• None

• Ability to exercise patience and work with students with physical, mental, emotional, and/or multiple disabilities.
• Attend in-person; punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• Ability to employ various teaching styles to meet diverse learners’ needs.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and communicate effectively.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint preferred).

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or state of legal residence; daily access to reliable transportation.

• Driving is required to conduct Board business within the scope of employment.
• Personal vehicle.

• Lead/Leadership: N/A

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing, walking, sitting, keyboarding, talking, hearing, driving as applicable to position.

No special vision requirements.

• Location:
  
  Office, school or similar indoor environment.

• Moderate.

• Up to 50 pounds; lifting and carrying as required.

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

Approved Date: 7/1/2023;
Established Date: 9/5/2014;
Title Code: D33019;

Title:

ASSISTANT SUPPORT: TEMPORARY;
Alternate

Title:

Assistant:
Support Temporary;

Reports to:

Manager/Principal.