2026-2027 Teacher Assistant

TITLE: TEACHER ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Passing scores on the "WorkKeys" Test or completion of 48 college credits
3. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
4. Other requirements as outlined by the Board and the Administration. SUPERVISES: N/A REPORTS TO: Principal and Supervising Teacher JOB GOAL: To assist the teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including, but are not limited to:
5. Assists with the supervision and monitoring of students in classrooms and other assigned areas
6. Assists teachers in reinforcing instruction, supporting interventions, facilitating learning activities, and meeting individual student needs.
7. Administers, scores, and records, such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students
8. Operates and cares for equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
9. Helps students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher
10. Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction
11. Assists in planning and conducting field trips
12. Assists the teacher in materials preparation and in the instructional planning process
13. Attends parent-teacher conferences unless directed otherwise
14. Keeps bulletin board and other classroom learning displays up to date
15. Assists with such group activities as drill work, reading aloud, and storytelling
16. Assists students in the library or media center as needed
17. Checks notebooks, corrects papers and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by teacher
18. Checks and records student's attendance
19. Alerts the regular teacher to any problems or special information about an individual student
20. Substitutes for short duration for regular classroom teacher
21. Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of a fully licensed teacher
22. May serve in other approved capacities such as, but not limited to ISI Monitor or Lab Assistant
23. Maintains a safe, structured, and positive learning environment that supports student engagement and appropriate behavior.
24. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
25. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
26. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees EVALUATION: Annually