Pre-K Teacher Assistant

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Job Description

Essential Functions:

Effectively utilizes school technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending all training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by the Principal; Maintains regular attendance; Complies with Federal and State law and school policies and regulations; Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning; Assist in the supervision of learning activities by providing assistance and learning support to students; Provides instruction to students as prescribed by the supervising teacher and reinforces skills introduced by the teacher; Assists teachers in checking and objectively evaluating student's work; Works with students individually and in small groups reinforcing skills based upon instructional guidelines; Assists in managing student behavior and maintaining classroom order and reinforces rules of the school and classroom; Escorts students to time out and/or the principal's office; Assists in the preparation of lesson plans and teachers' pre-planning sessions; Prepares or assists in the preparation of instructional materials; Assists in preparing classroom bulletin boards, classroom decorations, displays of student activities; Prepares instructional reports and complete required forms, schedules, and other data as required; Performs a variety of clerical tasks such as typing, copying, stapling, filing, assembling and locating materials, laminating, etc.; Help monitor duties in hallways, lunchroom, restrooms, and bus duty; Models citizenship and lessons for students; Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities; Reports any pertinent information to the Principal in case of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse; Assist in the control of student behavior in agreement with the student handbook; Create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members to support the success of a diverse student population; Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions; Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities; Enrich job skills through continuing education and professional development activities and assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Other Responsibilities: Performs other related work as required.

Materials and Equipment: General Office Equipment Personal Computer

Minimum Qualifications Required:

Education and Experience: Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. College experience preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Texas driver's license

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of Cityscape Schools mission, philosophy, culture, protocol, and organizational structure; Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same; Knowledge of local, state and federal laws governing education; Knowledge of office machines and classroom equipment; Knowledge of basic remedial teaching methods and techniques; Knowledge of classroom methods and procedures; Knowledge of techniques for dealing with aggressive students; Knowledge of child growth and development and developmentally appropriate practices; Knowledge of behavior management principles; Knowledge of record keeping principles and practices; Knowledge of the use of specific computer applications involving word processing, data entry, and standard report generation; Knowledge of techniques for securing cooperation of students and arousing interest in learning activities: Ability to use routine word processing software and familiarity with basic computer operations; Ability to assist students in remediation studies; Ability to use initiative and judgment during both indoor and outdoor activities to ensure the safety of the students; Ability to recognize symptoms of abuse and documenting and reporting observations; Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns; Ability to present a positive and professional image of Cityscape Schools; Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with employees, parents, students, and the community; Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.

Mental and Physical Abilities:

Ability to meet attendance requirements; Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively; Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria; auditorium, and recreational areas; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required; Other limited physical activities may be required; Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary; Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise and hazards; Occasional movement of students by wheel chairs and other mechanical devices may be required.