What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant - FULL TIME position at Erie's Public Schools?
The Para-Educator Teacher Assistant will reinforce the classroom teacher’s instruction, guide practice on specific skills, and provide tutorial assistance when needed.
Certification/Education Requirements (one of the below must be met):
- Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Status (Certificate) approved by the Erie School District or the State of Pennsylvania;
- Possess an associate degree or higher;
- 2 years of postsecondary study (48 credits required)
Qualifications:
- Certified in First Aid & CPR
- Handle with Care Certification
- Demonstrate ability to collaborate with educators and students. Working knowledge of Erie School District policies, procedures, and organizational structure.
Experience:
- Experience in behavior management systems
- Ability to intervene in crisis situations where violent behaviors are being exhibited
- Ability to conduct educational activities with student under the direction of the teacher
- Assist in inclusion experiences with students and with students during bus transportation
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Facilitate small group instructional activity as directed by classroom teacher
- Supervise and monitor students as directed by classroom teacher
- Assist with clerical duties
- Be part of the crisis intervention team within the classroom
- Implement and assist with behavior modification programs for students
- Accompany students in hallways, cafeteria, lavatory and regular class assignments
- Assist students during transportation and toileting/diapering situations
- Perform other duties as assigned by building principals, classroom teacher or Supervisor including but not limited to assisting with personal care needs of students
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.29 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18