Instructional Teacher Assistant
EC

Definition

The employee performs a variety of tasks for the professional staff in the school, which supports the educational environment in the classroom. Among the specialty areas are instruction; clerical; behavior.  Work requires the performance and demonstration of a variety of competencies. 

Common Competencies  

• Works in alignment with the school's charter and with board directives

• Read “Teaching Johnny to Think” by Leonard Peikoff
• Has regular attendance  
• Is punctual  
• Demonstrates a positive, can-do attitude  
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic  
• Able to follow school policies and procedures  
• Has positive rapport with students  
• Has positive rapport with employees  
• Exhibits excellent computer skills  
• Excellent record-keeping abilities  
• Has strong oral and written communication skills with all audiences 
• Impeccable ethical behaviors  
• Provides appropriate behavior management techniques 
• Maintains confidentiality  
• Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues  
• Positively supports the school and its programs  
• Uses time wisely  
• Willingly participates in professional learning related to the whole school and assigned duties, as offered in alignment with Teacher Assistant Calendar  
• Seeks duties beyond regular assignment  
• Accepts and acknowledges diversity  
• Understands the growth and development of the school’s students  
• Provides a positive atmosphere  
• Successfully operates office equipment  
• Completes tasks on a timely basis  
• Eagerly accepts other duties as assigned 
• Assists the teacher with instruction, whether whole class; small group; and/or individual  Checks students’ work accurately  
• Keeps students on task  
• May serve as Substitute Teacher
• Uses appropriate behavioral interventions  
• Participates in professional learning related to these duties  
• Treats students with respect  
• Successfully assists students with assignments 
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

This Position Reports Directly to: Appropriate Dean

Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform this job.

If offered a position, prospective employees must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.