CORE School Teacher Assistant

Great Falls Public Schools

Great Falls, MT$12.84 - $12.84 / hourPosted 3 months ago

Miscellaneous/onsiteentry

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be accepted as a student at UM Western and participate in onsite courses
Must enjoy working with students
Ability to take and follow directions easily
Two (2) years college coursework or passing competency test within the first two (2) months of employment.

Preferred Preferred Qualifications:

Effectively communicate and cooperate with students, teachers and employees
Willingness to follow oral and written directions
Ability to work in a position where tasks are constantly changing
Use good judgments in responding to student behavior
Record and maintain accurate records
Assist with personal care needs of students
Ability to work independently
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, school employees and staff
Knowledge of general concepts of child growth, development, and behavior characteristics
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm, positive, and receptive attitude toward children
Ability to handle stressful situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters
Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities
Basic computer/technology skills
The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Reliable attendance

Essential Functions:
The Teacher Assistant will:

work in the classroom under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
assist instructional personnel with development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises.
assist students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow up learning activity.
monitor and assist students through drill, practice, and study activities following presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel.
assist in supervision of students and in maintaining student discipline.
perform a variety of regular clerical duties such as filing, typing, or duplicating materials.
distribute and account for materials such as textbooks, supplies, and equipment; collect, assemble and distribute resource materials.
assist in maintaining a variety of reports and records.
assist in maintaining a neat, orderly, and attractive learning environment.
assist in recess, lunchroom and bus duty.
provide coverage for secretary when s/he is away from the office.
assist secretary with filing, answering phone and relaying messages.
perform additional duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT: CORE School - Morningside

SALARY: $12.84 per hour

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Letters of interest and Resume must be received in the Frontline Application System (available at www.gfps.k12.mt.us) by the closing date.