What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant - First Grade position at Pitt County Schools?
Pitt County Schools Job Description
Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver
Reports To: Principal and Teacher/Bus Supervisor
Term of Employment: 10 Months (School Year Calendar)
Supervises: No one
Performance Evaluation: Performance to be evaluated annually by the school principal and the bus supervisor
Education/Qualifications: Associate’s Degree or 2 years (min. 48 semester hrs.) of higher education
Computer Skills
Must be eligible for school bus driver’s license (CDL).
Responsibilities and Duties by Program Area:
- Assist the teacher with planning and organizing, evaluating, instructional activities and developing classroom procedures
- Prepare necessary materials, equipment and resources to implement programs
- Provide clerical and technical assistance as needed for implementation of programs and other duties in accordance with applicable rules, laws, and regulations
- Assist students with the understanding of rules and regulations
- Follow the direction of the teacher in obtaining goals and objectives
- Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce and assist in learning
- Monitor students as instructed by the teacher
- Use sound judgment in reconciling minor conflicts and correcting behavior
- Supervise students in the cafeteria, playground, buses, bathrooms and other areas on and off school property (e.g. field trips)
- Keep the teacher informed of any problems on a daily basis
- Exhibit positive behavior toward parents and students
- Assist in maintaining a functional clean environment
- Communicate the needs of students and school in a confidential and positive manner
- Carry out duties and responsibilities in a punctual, professional and positive manner to ensure a safe and healthful environment
- Conduct self as a positive role model
- Maintain bus license and accept bus driver assignments as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervising teacher and building administrators
