Duty- Teacher Assistant; Grades: K-5

Duty-Free Teacher Assistant (Grades: K-5) (RTP)
Job Description

• Assist in conducting intensified learning experience for students in assigned area and relieves teacher of various non-instructional duties

Assist teacher in the management of student arrival and departure time

Perform supportive tasks for a certified teacher that is primarily non-instructional in nature

Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities

Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher

Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activity

Assist in filing, organizing materials for distribution and recording information

Assist in maintaining student records, attendance and files

Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned

Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following:
  Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, pass an academic assessment

Paraprofessional certificate required from State Board of Certification

Proficient in basic communication techniques and language

Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents and the general public

Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions

Must possess good writing skills and be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and employees

Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world

Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession

Jill Stone Elementary School, At Vickery Meadow 6321 RIDGECREST ROAD Dallas 75231