Teacher Assistant - Staff Today (STI)

Health Advocates Network is seeking a Teacher Assistant to work at a Facility in North Charleston, SC. This is a registry position with our company.

Pay Rate: $24 / hour
*W2

JOB PURPOSE/REASON:

To assist the classroom teacher in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment in which students may take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

· Minimum of 60 hours of college credit or qualified passing score on the ParaPRO Assessment Test, based on the SC scale

PRIMARY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participates in the instructional program under the direction of a certified teacher;

· Works with groups of children based on grade level;

· Works with children in learning centers and assists in the preparation and care of learning materials;

· Assists in preparing classroom displays and bulletin boards;

· Communicates relevant information regarding student's behavior with parents;

· Assists students with feeding, diapering or toileting and charts time;

· Cares for classroom equipment and materials and may operate audio-visual equipment;

· Assists with lunch, snack, and clean up routine and assists children with clothing management based on grade level;

· Participates in In-service training programs as required;

· Assists certified teacher with classroom activities as directed;

· Prepares training aids for the classroom as required; and

· Works with children with special needs.

OTHER SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 60 hours of college credit or qualified passing score on the ParaPRO Assessment Test, based on the SC scale; Proficient in the use of standard computer applications; Must have excellent written and oral communication skills; and ability to work collaboratively with staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Degree

· 2-3 years working with children Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training

SECONDARY POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs all other duties as assigned by the designated supervisor.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the position. While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, change in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments). Attach additional page(s) as needed.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit for extended periods of time; Ability to lift 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 occasionally; Dexterity of fingers and hands to operate basic office equipment such as, computer, fax machine and shredder. Must be able to handle fast paced, high volume environment. Ability to meet deadline and be flexible to daily routines.

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