Chief Leschi Schools

                                                                                 JOB DESCRIPTION

 

I.                    IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

 

A.      Job Title:                                                                       C.  Classification Level & Job Classification

Teacher Assistant                                                                                                                                                       

 

B.    Reports to:                                                                    D.  Division

        Building Principal                                                              Instruction

 

II.                  SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

 

Under the lead direction of the building principal, provide educational and clerical support services to an assigned certificated teacher(s).  Work effectively with certificated staff to provide the best possible learning environment for all students.  Assist with the supervision and instruction of students as directed by the assigned certificated staff.

 

III.               RESPONSIBILITIES

 

A.   Essential Functions

 

1.       Provide tutorial services to students individually or in small groups as assigned by the classroom certificated teacher(s).

 

2.       Assist classroom teacher(s) with the planning of special activities, lesson preparation and implementation.

 

3.       Accompany students on field trips.

 

4.       Work closely with the Native American Culture staff to assist with providing culturally related activities for the enhancement of the student’s self esteem

 

5.       Assist teacher(s) with classroom management in the area of discipline, to include the development and maintenance of positive student behavior.

 

6.       Assist with the supervision of students during building activities such as assemblies and other special program.

 

7.       Provide general classroom assistance with the duplication of needed materials, correcting student assignments, testing students and recording results of test, preparing bulletin boards, typing and filing.

 

8.       Assist with the collection and maintenance of student attendance and lunch information.

 

9.       Participate in building staff meetings and/or parent meetings as determined by building supervisor.

 

10.    Maintain effective communication with classroom teacher and program administrator.

 

11.    Maintain professional conduct when working with students, staff and parents.

 

12.    Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

 

13.    Perform other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

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The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.  The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.  This position is contingent upon availability of school funds.

 

B.    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities   

 

1.       Ability to implement written and/or verbal instructions.

 

2.       Ability to work effectively with Native American students and serve as a positive role model.

 

3.       Ability to organize facts and present them in a clear, concise and logical manner, both orally and in written form.

 

4.       Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.

 

5.       Ability to demonstrate and maintain confidentiality.

 

6.       Ability to work independently and to exercise sound judgment.

 

IV.          MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

1.       Associate’s degree OR

2.       At least 2yrs. of study at an institution of higher education OR

3.       Successfully passed a formal State or local academic assessment

 

V.            PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

1.       Knowledge of traditional Native American cultures and values

2.       Experience and/or training working with behavior disordered students

3.       Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in any field

4.       Experience as a teacher’s assistant

 

VI.          CURRENT POSITION HOLDER

 

 

 

Job Description Revised:  January 7, 2008