Pre-K Classroom Support Specialist

PowerSchool; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerSchool is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom teachers with instructional activities and to reinforce material through small-group and individual instruction. The role includes monitoring students, preparing instructional materials, and assisting with behavior management in a variety of school environments.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, with Title I applicants ideally possessing 48 college credits, or an Associate's Degree, and some experience working

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Title I Assistants Only: 48 college credits or Paraprofessional Assessment or an Associate's Degree.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in duties or specialized tasks.
• Provide individual and small-group instruction to adapt curriculum.
• Help establish and maintain student behavior standards.
• Prepare instructional materials and read to students.
• Create a conducive learning environment appropriate to students.
• Plan daily and long-range lessons and classroom activities.
• Conduct learning exercises with small groups.
• Alert the teacher to special needs and assist with resolution.
• Assist students with personal care as needed; escort students as necessary.
• Check students' work and maintain individual records.
• Collect/display materials for educational displays; decorate classroom.
• Protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in implementing school policies and rules.
• Maintain order and keep students on task.
• Perform office tasks as required (photocopying, filing, phones).
• Select and check out library materials for teacher's use.

Skills

Some experience working with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college credits or Paraprofessional Assessment or Associate's Degree

Job description

PowerSchool is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom teachers with instructional activities and to reinforce material through small-group and individual instruction. The role includes monitoring students, preparing instructional materials, and assisting with behavior management in a variety of school environments.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, with Title I applicants ideally possessing 48 college credits, or an Associate's Degree, and some experience working