EC Teacher Assistant @ WA Bess Elementary

Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant

The employee provides support to students who have health, behavioral, or instructional needs to meet Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals and have success in the general curriculum. Common competencies include regular attendance, punctuality, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, following school policies, positive rapport with students and employees, excellent computer skills, record-keeping abilities, strong communication skills, impeccable ethical behaviors, behavior management techniques, confidentiality, serving as a positive role model, supporting the school and its programs, using time wisely, participating in professional learning, accepting and acknowledging diversity, understanding role differences, understanding student growth and development, providing a positive atmosphere, operating office equipment, completing tasks on time, and accepting other duties as assigned.

Job specific duties depend on how the Principal advertises the vacancy. The Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant position may require duties in areas such as behavior support, client care, pre-kindergarten classes, visually impaired classes, and (sub) bus driver. The employee will participate in staff development and training, prepare materials, operate office equipment, participate in meetings, provide support to teachers, communicate effectively, assist in student behavior management, collect and report data, and perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include understanding child development stages, organizing assignments, using sound judgment, maintaining confidentiality, general knowledge of classroom activities, routines, and emergency procedures, adapting instruction for special needs, and operating common office machines.

Education and experience requirements include a high school diploma, minimum of 48 semester hours or an associate's degree, and willingness to obtain a CDL if required.