Teaching Assistant Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Teaching Assistant supports the Teachers and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the children and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. S/he must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program and in developing positive relationships with the children and their parents, the Teaching Assistant observes and documents children’s interest and progress, and relays that information back to parents and staff. Teaching Assistant is responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on children’s interests and needs under the direction of the Teacher and the Director.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Assist in the implementation of curricula activities and encourage participation by children.
Actively engage in activities; manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions and progress reports.
Encourage self-help and good hygiene through behavior modeling.
- Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to child care center.
- Follow all center policies and state regulations.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements & Skills 1

Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience.
High energy.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
An understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Must clear full background check and must pass health screening.

Job summary 2

A Teaching Assistant provides instructional and non-instructional services to students in assigned group of infants/ toddlers, preschoolers and/or school age children under the general supervision of a teacher.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Assist the special education teacher in implementing IEP and IFSP goals for each student in assigned classroom as detailed in the weekly lesson plan
Act in the capacity of a substitute teacher in the absence of a classroom teacher
Collaborate with classroom team in designing lesson plan activities based on knowledge of children with special needs and child development
- Work with individual and/or small groups of students on learning goals during classroom activities as directed by the teacher and /or relates service therapists
- Assist teacher in maintaining accurate classroom documentation (student attendance and health checks, observational record keeping for IEP/IFSP goal tracking, classroom housekeeping task, etc.)
- Transport students to and from school; making sure they are seated securely and have all necessary adapted equipment in working order

Requirements & Skills 2

High school degree; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Assistant Teacher Certification
Experience with children with special needs

Job summary 3

This position works as a team partner with the teacher in developing activities for preschool children to provide an appropriate learning environment. Assistance is given to the teacher in carrying out the goals, policies, and activities designed to implement educational objectives and performance standards.

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Requirements & Skills 3

A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
Be enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of being hired into the position
An associate or baccalaureate degree (in any area)
At least one (1) work related experience.
Demonstrate the ability to adjust the eye to bring object into focus; judge distance (close and distant), reach with arms extended, and use of hands to manipulate a keyboard.
Ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, bend, climb, and /or be mobile.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the agency.
- Ability to assume a variety of roles when required
- Maintain a positive professional relationship with colleagues.

Job summary 4

Under general supervision of a Teacher, a Teaching Assistant is responsible for assisting him/her in the conduct of classes and activities and provides personal care to the children.

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Requirements & Skills 4

High school diploma or GED
Level 1 Certified TA or higher
Bilingual Spanish a plus
6 months experience as a TA is preferred
- Must be fingerprinted, by the Board of Education
- Must be registered on the TEACH website
- Certified completion of Domestic Violence and Child Abuse courses

Job summary 5

Teaching Assistant assists and supports Teacher and classroom functions by providing quality services to children and families assigned to site.

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Job summary 6

Each Teaching Assistant is paired with a Lead Teacher. The teaching pairs consistently plan for and monitor the progress of each of the students in their classes in all content areas. Teaching Assistant's begin by shadowing, and gradually begin taking on teaching responsibilities. They are responsible for teaching and planning lessons for core academic areas on a daily basis. Teaching Assistant's provide input for planning and assessing in all content areas and attend all relevant professional development, grade level team meetings, and Response to Intervention. Teaching Assistant's and Lead Teachers utilize a variety of co-teaching structures to ensure the academic success for all students in all content areas.

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Requirements & Skills 6

Demonstrated success working with elementary or pre-school students preferred
Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting is a plus
Exceptional organization and planning skills
Superior communication skills
- An ability to work collaboratively
- A minimum of a High School Diploma is required for this position.
- Prior experience working in a school setting is preferred

Job summary 7

The Teaching Assistant fulfills the mission of the school by assisting the classroom teacher in planning, guiding, and evaluating the learning process of the students in the school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the school's philosophy, organization, and curriculum. The Teaching Assistant helps the teacher prepare instructional materials, assists with students, and supports learning activities that have been defined by the teacher. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Support and uphold the philosophy of education and the mission of the school.
Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
Monitors and assists individual students in small instructional groups to support learning activities
- Supervises students at lunch, recess, and in routine movement
- Performs clerical tasks, prepares instructional materials and bulletin boards as indicated by the classroom teacher
- Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning

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Job summary 8

The Teaching Assistant assists teachers in meeting the needs of students. The primary focus is to assist and enhance the educational process of students with disabilities in both instructional and non-instructional activities. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Assist with providing a variety of activities for a balanced program of instruction, giving students opportunity to observe, question and investigate.
Reinforce information and instructions following a lesson.
Work with students individually or in small groups in academic studies, basic life skills and other assigned instruction.
Implement behavior modification plans and procedures designed for individual students when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students.
Maintain positive relationships with all students, school staff and parents.
- Observe and record student's progress.
- Assist individual or groups of students during activities including recess, lunch and getting children safely on and off bus.
- Assist with hygiene and toileting activities which might include transferring and lifting students. Sanitize classroom and equipment using approved materials.

Requirements & Skills 8

High school diploma.
Have the ability to work effectively with children.
Have the ability to function within the framework of the school environment.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Computers and basic programs.
Child guidance principles and practices.
- Behavior management and positive reinforcement.
- Classroom procedures and appropriate conduct.
- Basic record keeping methods.

Job summary 9

The Teaching Assistant will help teachers provide for physical and instructional needs learners and/or students with disabilities in special education setting, assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs, and work under general supervision of the headmaster and immediate direction of certified teacher and/or Coordinator.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

High school diploma or GED
Valid educational aide certificate (preferred but not requied)
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
- Knowledge of general office equipment
- A documented history of working well with young children.
- Work experience as an Teaching Assistant preferred (but not required)

Requirements & Skills 9

Provide Support with Student Care / Management
Maintain confidentiality
- Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
- Assist or participate in meetings designed to gauge and plan for student needs and support

Job summary 10

Teaching Assistant is facilitating student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

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Requirements & Skills 10

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

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