Temp: Support Assistant; TSA - Fort Smallwood Elementary

Temp:
Support Assistant (TSA) - Fort Smallwood Elementary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Fort Smallwood Elementary – Pasadena, Maryland

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted:
  May 02, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  Immediately

• Title Code: D33019
• Title:
  
  Temp:
  Support Assistant (TSA)
• 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 the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. They supervise students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, 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 any and all listed duties independently, which may vary based on their work location/assignment and available staffing.

• Participate in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite/community environment; assist on/off bus, lift, push students in equipment, and monitor entry and exit of students to assure they reach the correct location.
• Assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene, and self‑help skills including, but not limited to, toilet training, 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, and 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 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 implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
• Follow AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off‑site 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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

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

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• Ability to exercise considerable patience and work with students having physical, mental, emotional, and/or multiple disabilities.
• Direct in‑person service provision requires punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to meet diverse learners’ needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Video/Web Conferencing).

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

• Holder or eligible for Driver’s License (Class C Non‑Commercial) issued by Maryland or state of legal residence; required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

• Driving required to conduct bona fide Board business within the scope of employment.
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