TCHS: Teacher Instructional Assistant (Academic Resource Room), 7.5 hrs/day Start date; asap
The TCCAPSA is seeking a Classification III for the School Year under the Master Agreement. The role offers benefits for 180 working days and 9 paid holidays on Mondays to Thursdays.
Overall Summary:
The Teacher Instructional Assistant will support classroom activities under the guidance of the classroom teacher.
Primary Responsibilities:
– Working with individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning.
– Assisting in devising special strategies for reinforcing material.
– Operating and caring for instructional equipment.
– Guiding independent study and remedial work.
– Assisting with various classroom activities such as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling.
– Providing assistance in the library or media center.
– Participating in student supervision during emergency drills, assemblies, and recess.
– Maintaining ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information.
– Engaging in in-service training programs as required.
– Undertaking other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
– High school diploma, with preference given to those with college credit or a degree.
– Strong interpersonal skills and previous experience working with children.
– Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
– Organizational skills, ability to resolve conflicts, and maintain confidentiality.
– Dependable, reliable, and able to follow directions.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
– Must maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
– Effective communication skills and the ability to discern and provide appropriate solutions.
– Ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including bending, lifting, and climbing.
– Critical thinking skills and the capacity to work effectively and efficiently.
Environmental Conditions:
Incumbents may work in indoor environments with moderate to loud noise levels and in varying temperatures. The role may also involve work around students, school equipment, and office equipment.
Work Schedules:
The individual must be available to report during the school year, following the district’s calendar.
Background Checks:
The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check.