Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children / Job Description
Job Title: Teacher Assistant
Position Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal
Last Updated: February 27, 2023
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assists in the daily testing of hearing devices and placement of FM units on each child at the beginning of the school day
Under direction from the teacher, prepares worksheets and/or homework
Under direction from the teacher, corrects/grades some daily work and homework and turns over to classroom teacher for evaluation.
Assume responsibility for playground/gym activities during morning, noon, and/or afternoon recess periods
As required, assists children with special needs, i.e.: diaper changing; toilet training, and other needs.
Review with children materials previously introduced by the classroom teacher.
Provide one on one and/or small group tutorial services on specific topics as directed by teacher.
Supervise the lunchroom/quiet time/recess. Conduct language and vocabulary development conversations whenever possible. Take Language Samples
During the absence of the regular classroom teacher, if asked, assume the role of a substitute teacher until the teacher returns to duty.
Prepare visual aids and/or arts and crafts for student use
Assume the operation of classroom learning centers where a variety of academic based activities are supervised while the classroom teacher does tutorial or small group speech, language or reading activities.
Operate audio visual aids and equipment. Utilize available technology, (i.e. Copier, Desktop, iPads, Laptops, Smart Boards).
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Teacher Assistant
Minimum High School diploma
Para-Professional Certification preferred (or obtained within first year of employment)
Language Skills
Communicate effectively with teachers and students alike
Bilingual preferred
Mathematical Skills
As required of a high school/GED graduate.
Reasoning Ability
Efficiently assist students in the classroom, lunchroom, playground and loading after school.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; hear and have good vision. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 0-20 lbs.
If interested, please go to www.sunshinecottage.org and download our application. Please email completed application to scarpenter@sunshinecottage.org. If unable, please email scarpenter@sunshinecottage.org or call (210)824-0579 ext. 123 to express your interest.