KINDERGARTEN TEACHING ASSISTANT LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - .5 FTE LOR K TA LTS

Profile

Job Description
Title: Kindergarten Teacher Assistant - Long Term Substitute
Reports to: Principal/Early Childhood Administrator
Position Summary:
The role of the Kindergarten Teacher Assistant is to support students in the general education classroom. Key Duties & Responsibilities:
-Works with large and small groups and individuals to reinforce learning of materials introduced by the teacher;
-Assists the teacher in devising and implementing strategies for reinforcing skills of student;
-Communicates with teacher regarding student concerns and needs, both academic and behavioral;
-Assists with the supervision of students during non-class time, including, but not limited to the following: recess, lunch, passing times, assemblies and school meetings, field trips, transportation, school arrival and departure, emergency drills, and other situations as deemed appropriate for the grade level and position;
-Assists with classroom routine and management;
-Serves as source of information and help to substitute teachers;
-Participates in all job-related workshops;
-Maintains an appropriate level of confidentiality;
-Supervise / lead class during times when lead teacher attends meetings;
-Assists in implementation and follow through of behavior plans for individual students;
Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.
Position Type:
Part-time
Positions Available:
1
Welcome to Israel Loring Elementary School!
The Loring School, in creating our new and unique community, is committed to educating all children in a fully inclusive, child-centered environment, celebrating diversity, respecting individual needs and talents, and above all else preserving the dignity of the child. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum is designed to support the total growth of each child—socially, emotionally, academically, creatively, and physically.
Core Values: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Best Effort
Equal Opportunity Employer
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
-Meets the Department of Education Guidelines for Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals which includes:
High School diploma or equivalent and an Associate’s (or higher) degree;
OR Completion of 48 credit hours at an Institution of Higher Education; OR Completion of one of the formal Massachusetts-endorsed Assessments: Parapro or WorkKeys;
-Bachelor’s degree preferred;
-Prior experience working with children;
-Background in special education or experience working with special education students preferred;
Have a flexible attitude and work well in teams

Schedule: .5 FTE - to cover a leave of absence
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Company info

Sign Up Now - EducationCrossing.com