TEACHER ASSISTANT: PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE - MARLEY MIDDLE (#2131581702)

Title

Title Code

Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute

C21907

Division/Department

Unit

Grade

Curriculum and Instruction

IV

07

191-Day

Reports To (title only)

Current as of

Principal

10/1/2021

Position Summary        

Is this position exempt from overtime pay?

No

Serves in a substitute capacity on a permanent basis for an absent teacher(s) by continuing daily instruction in all areas of curriculum.  At other times, assists teachers/students with special projects; works with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher; or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences and related professional activities; and performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of the work of the instructional staff.  Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and professional staff. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

1.     Serves in a substitute capacity for an absent teacher(s) following lesson plans in all areas of curriculum; or providing necessary reinforcement of instruction and materials.

2.     Discusses with teacher(s) what has happened during their absence.  As required, extends lesson plans and continues daily instruction during any absence(s).

3.     Continues instruction and/or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences, and related professional activities.

4.     Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies, and materials to meet individual needs of students.

5.     Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.

6.     Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include:  posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards.

7.     May supervise lunch duties, playground and bus duties as directed.

8.     Performs a variety of clerical tasks including correcting work papers/tests, keeping daily attendance records when teacher(s) is absent; maintaining appropriate student folders/records; and other related tasks as assigned.

9.     Sets up learning, laboratory, and activity centers.  Individually tutors and/or assists students having difficulties.

10.   Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.

11.   Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made on request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

·  High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate.  Requires 60 college credits.

Experience

·  If assigned to bilingual program, candidates are required to be bilingual and biliterate in targeted language. Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in target language preferred.

·  If assigned to Virtual Academy, one (1) year of experience with virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·  Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assist teachers in the education of students. 

·  Ability to exercise patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgment in dealing with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.

·  Ability to independently plan and/or follow instructional lessons/assignments.

·  Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

·  Ability to travel to/from Maryland Sites as necessary at the expense of the employee is required for in-person appearances at various intervals throughout the duration of the school year.

·  Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

·  Successful completion of all required tests.

Licenses/Certifications

·  N/A

Career Ladder Requirements

·  N/A

Physical Requirements

·  As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.