Future Teacher Assistant Position @ Poplarville Upper Elementary SY

Poplarville School District; Poplarville (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Poplarville School District is hiring a Paraprofessional Teacher Assistant to support student instruction at Poplarville Upper Elementary. The role involves developing individual student skills through small-group instruction and ensuring a safe, orderly classroom environment. Candidates should have completed at least two years of post-secondary education or obtained an associate's degree. The position provides an opportunity to engage in professional development and collaborate with teachers for student success.

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education.
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree.
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group instruction for under-performing students.
• Maintain a safe and conducive learning environment.
• Participate in professional development programs.

Job description

Paraprofessional Teacher Assisstant

Mission Statement: The mission of the Poplarville School District is to serve all students by providing a high-quality education in a safe learning environment.

Location

Poplarville School District, Poplarville Upper Elementary

Title

PUE Teacher Assisstant

Qualifications

• Completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment. Mississippi uses ACT WorkKeys® assessment scores to measure this standard.

Reports To

PUE Principal

Job Goal

To provide a well‑organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability.

Functions

Instruction and Assessment

The paraprofessional as ATSI interventionist at PUE will deliver a small‑group instruction program to under‑performing students in an organized and effective manner by:

• Following a program and directives that engage students in learning to build fundamental skills to help them get closer to grade level.
• Learning how to effectively deliver instruction and routinely use desired remediation programs.
• Recognizing and responding appropriately to individual differences in students.
• Implementing the adopted curriculum subject‑matter standards and assessment instruments to meet school and district goals.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the subjects to be taught and the relationship to other subjects.
• Reflecting on teaching and devising ways of improving performance on an ongoing basis.
• Collaborating with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students.
• Utilizing technology in the teaching and learning process.

Classroom Management

• Providing a physical environment that is safe, orderly, hazard‑free, and conducive to learning.
• Consistently implementing approved disciplinary measures to allow for effective instruction and classroom management.

Communication

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Professional Development

• Participates in in‑service training programs, as assigned.
• Participates in and completes the approved district Professional Development Program.
• Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as the immediate supervisor may from time to time assign.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth.

Policies and Procedures

• Adhering to policies and procedures established by district, school, state, and federal guidelines.
• Submitting required reports efficiently, promptly, and accurately.
• Inventorying classroom materials, textbooks, and equipment.

Additional responsibilities

• Maintains appropriate professional appearance.
• Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.