Teacher Assistant - ESL Middle School

Job Title: Assistant - ESL Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) assigned Pay Grade:IS 5 -187 days

Dept./School: Perry Middle School Date Revised: August 26, 2024

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional support services Assist in the preparation and management of ELL classrooms, instructional activities, and administrative requirements under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• 48 college hours or an Associate's Degree
• SBEC Paraprofessional Certification or eligible for certification
• Highly Qualified under NCLB standards
• Eligible to obtain Certification to administer the OLPT in English or Spanish

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Preferred Experience:

• Previous successful experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Perform routine clerical duties for ESL teachers.
2. Assist the ESL teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with the administration of OLPT tests if certified and LPAC as assigned.
4. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly ELL classroom
5. Assist in the use, care, and maintenance of technology equipment as requested for use in the ELL classroom.
6. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Student Management

1. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
2. Work with individual small groups of ELL students to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
3. Assist in classroom management
4. Conduct parent involvement activities
5. Assist in supervising ELL students throughout the school day, both inside and outside of the school.
6. Perform cafeteria duty, bus duty, and playground duty as necessary for ELL students.
7. Assist in the maintenance of the personal hygiene of early childhood ELL students as requested by the teacher.
8. Provide direct instruction of students under the direct supervision of the teacher.
9. Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, PTA meetings, and special events, as needed.
2. Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
3. Keep informed and comply with all state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions.
4. Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Personal computer and peripherals;standard instructional equipment

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Frequent walking

Lifting:

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

Work inside, may work outside

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours; Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); write and interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; District-wide and statewide travel;

Other: Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures; Other duties as assigned

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

I agree to perform these major responsibilities and duties and understand that this position is fully/partially funded by State Compensatory Education Funds for the school year 2024-2025 with the primary purpose of supporting activities aimed at improving academic achievement for students struggling to meet state standards or providing support for students at-risk of dropping out of school. This position is reviewed based on the funding available.

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Approved by: Kim Holcomb Date: 8/26/2024

Reviewed by: Dr. Tamy Smalskas Date: 12/5/2024