Teacher Assistant: Trades & Industry - Center of Applied Tech North
Title Code:
Teacher Assistant: Trades & Industry
Job Details: Position is in the construction programs
JOB SUMMARY
Assists the instructional staff in implementing plans and programs related to the academic or a specialized area to which assigned; performs various non-instructional tasks in direct support of the teaching-learning process. Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom. Work involves working directly with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher in all subject areas; assisting teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons and programs; observing students and assessing their progress; participating in staff development activities; and the preparation of instructional materials. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and the professional staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Works directly with the students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies and materials to meet the individual needs of students.
• Organizes materials for each group/student. Sets up learning stations, laboratory, and activity centers. Supervises students while working; assists students having difficulty.
• Leads and/or facilitates group discussions, sharing time, individual recitation or individual work.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards, and other related materials. Assists with bulletin boards, exhibits and displays.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students. Discusses observations/progress of students with instructional staff as necessary.
• Provide assistance to the instructional staff in the supervision of students in the classroom. May supervise lunch duties, playground and bus duties as directed.
• Assists in the administration of tests/assessment instruments. Records data to record books/master charts/assessment forms.
• May perform a variety of clerical tasks including correcting work papers/tests, keeping daily attendance and maintaining appropriate student folders/records.
• Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.
• Assists in storing, inventorying, and requisitioning of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Aids in organization/housekeeping tasks for laboratory, learning stations, work areas, or other instructional settings.
• Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.
• Encourages students by showing interest in students' accomplishments and by providing positive reinforcement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
Experience
• previous training and/or experience in the trade or industry to which the position is assigned, (i.e. carpentry, masonry, building construction, including wall structures, windows, doors, joists, framing, and roofing). and preferred;
• previous training and/or experience in an educational/instructional environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
• Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assist teachers in the education of students.
• Ability to exercise considerable patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgment in working with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
• N/A
Driving Requirements
• N/A
CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS
Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:
• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.
Qualification Requirements for Title I Facilities requires:
• New hires or transfers who have successfully achieved the Highly-Qualified ParaEducator status through successful completion of the ParaPro assessment or post-secondary education in accordance with the mandated requirements for Title I and/or relevant laws in place are eligible for placement at Grade XX (Higher Grade). However, placement in Grade XX (Higher Grade) is contingent on having met the aforementioned requirements and the school's Title I status. Grade placement may be reduced if the school no longer qualifies as Title I and/or you voluntarily transfer to a non-Title I Teacher Assistant position.
Eligibility for Consideration for Promotional Increase from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:
• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as (1) standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; (2) demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; and (3) regular and punctual attendance.
LEADERSHIP ROLE
• N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Location
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
• N/A
JOB INFORMATION
Approved Date:
7/1/2023
Established Date:
5/1/1998
Title Code:
C24048
Title:
TEACHER ASSISTANT: TRADES & INDUSTRY
Reports to Generic:
Principal
Reports to Specific:
PRINCIPAL
ORGANIZATION
Division:
Academics
Business Unit:
Curriculum & Instruction (C&I)
Department:
Instruction
Negotiated Agreement:
Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC)
HR JOB INFORMATION
Unit:
IV
Days Worked:
191
FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade:
SG05;SG06
Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 4 - SAAAAC)
Essential Job:
Months Worked:
10
Hours Worked:
7
Job Family:
Educational Support Services
Sub-Function:
Classroom Assistants
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Teacher Assistant: Trades & Industry
Job Details: Position is in the construction programs
JOB SUMMARY
Assists the instructional staff in implementing plans and programs related to the academic or a specialized area to which assigned; performs various non-instructional tasks in direct support of the teaching-learning process. Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom. Work involves working directly with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher in all subject areas; assisting teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons and programs; observing students and assessing their progress; participating in staff development activities; and the preparation of instructional materials. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and the professional staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Works directly with the students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies and materials to meet the individual needs of students.
• Organizes materials for each group/student. Sets up learning stations, laboratory, and activity centers. Supervises students while working; assists students having difficulty.
• Leads and/or facilitates group discussions, sharing time, individual recitation or individual work.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards, and other related materials. Assists with bulletin boards, exhibits and displays.
• Observes and gathers assessment data on students. Discusses observations/progress of students with instructional staff as necessary.
• Provide assistance to the instructional staff in the supervision of students in the classroom. May supervise lunch duties, playground and bus duties as directed.
• Assists in the administration of tests/assessment instruments. Records data to record books/master charts/assessment forms.
• May perform a variety of clerical tasks including correcting work papers/tests, keeping daily attendance and maintaining appropriate student folders/records.
• Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.
• Assists in storing, inventorying, and requisitioning of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Aids in organization/housekeeping tasks for laboratory, learning stations, work areas, or other instructional settings.
• Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.
• Encourages students by showing interest in students' accomplishments and by providing positive reinforcement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
Experience
• previous training and/or experience in the trade or industry to which the position is assigned, (i.e. carpentry, masonry, building construction, including wall structures, windows, doors, joists, framing, and roofing). and preferred;
• previous training and/or experience in an educational/instructional environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
• Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assist teachers in the education of students.
• Ability to exercise considerable patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgment in working with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.
• N/A
Driving Requirements
• N/A
CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS
Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:
• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.
Qualification Requirements for Title I Facilities requires:
• New hires or transfers who have successfully achieved the Highly-Qualified ParaEducator status through successful completion of the ParaPro assessment or post-secondary education in accordance with the mandated requirements for Title I and/or relevant laws in place are eligible for placement at Grade XX (Higher Grade). However, placement in Grade XX (Higher Grade) is contingent on having met the aforementioned requirements and the school's Title I status. Grade placement may be reduced if the school no longer qualifies as Title I and/or you voluntarily transfer to a non-Title I Teacher Assistant position.
Eligibility for Consideration for Promotional Increase from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:
• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as (1) standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; (2) demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; and (3) regular and punctual attendance.
LEADERSHIP ROLE
• N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• No special vision requirements
Work Environment
Location
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
Noise Level
• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
Travel Requirements
• N/A
JOB INFORMATION
Approved Date:
7/1/2023
Established Date:
5/1/1998
Title Code:
C24048
Title:
TEACHER ASSISTANT: TRADES & INDUSTRY
Reports to Generic:
Principal
Reports to Specific:
PRINCIPAL
ORGANIZATION
Division:
Academics
Business Unit:
Curriculum & Instruction (C&I)
Department:
Instruction
Negotiated Agreement:
Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC)
HR JOB INFORMATION
Unit:
IV
Days Worked:
191
FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Grade:
SG05;SG06
Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 4 - SAAAAC)
Essential Job:
Months Worked:
10
Hours Worked:
7
Job Family:
Educational Support Services
Sub-Function:
Classroom Assistants
Apply Now
Apply Now