Kindergarten Teaching Assistant: Inspire Young Learners

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Edgewater (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten for Central Elementary in Edgewater, MD. The role supports instructional staff, prepares materials, and assists with assessments in a Title I-funded setting.

Responsibilities include small-group work, station setup, progress observation, and collaboration with teachers to implement daily lesson plans. Strong communication and patience are essential for working with diverse learners and field trips.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• To work in a Title I-funded school, 48 college credit hours or a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment issued by ETS or NES required.
• Previous training and/or experience in an educational/instructional environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist 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 and supports, supervises students, and assists those with difficulties.
• Leads and/or facilitates group discussions and independent activities.
• Prepares instructional materials (posters, charts, displays) and assists with classroom displays.
• Observes and records student progress and shares observations with instructional staff.
• May supervise lunch, playground, and bus duties as directed.
• Assists in testing/assessment administration and records data in appropriate records.
• Performs clerical tasks and helps maintain attendance and student folders/records.
• Supports teachers with special projects and daily lesson plans.

Skills

Patience with students

Classroom support

Student communication

Diversity awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

48 college credits or paraprofessional assessment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Anne Arundel County Public Schools seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten for Central Elementary in Edgewater, MD. The role supports instructional staff, prepares materials, and assists with assessments in a Title I-funded setting.

Responsibilities include small-group work, station setup, progress observation, and collaboration with teachers to implement daily lesson plans. Strong communication and patience are essential for working with diverse learners and field trips.