TEACHER AIDE MSD

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health benefits

Leave after 120 days worked

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking Enhanced Services Teacher Aides who will work with students with moderate to severe disabilities. Responsibilities include tutoring, supervising lunch and recess, and assisting in behavior management.

A high school diploma or GED is required, along with fluency in ASL and written English. Employees may be eligible for health benefits and should be prepared for a criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Fluency in ASL and written English is required.
• Experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing students is desired.
• Knowledge of students with additional disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual or small group on special learning tasks.
• Assist with behavior modification and training programs.
• Help prepare teaching materials for the classroom.

Skills

Fluency in ASL

Knowledge of Deaf community

Experience with deaf/hard of hearing students

Ability to teach on different levels

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location

MSD, Columbia Campus, 8169 Old Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Main Purpose of Job

Enhanced Services Teacher Aides are responsible for working with individual students with moderate to severe disabilities and/or small groups on learning tasks planned by the teacher; tutor students in subject areas under the supervision of a teacher; participate in supervision of lunch, recess/reinforcement programs; prepare teaching materials, bulletin boards, charts, pictures, etc.; operate audio visual equipment; assist in planning and carrying out field trips; assist in clerical duties; implement behavior management programs as directed; collect and document behavioral data; improve professional competence through participation in staff development activities and other professional growth activities; participate in student after-school activities as appropriate; assume other responsibilities as designated by the Student Support Specialist/Enhanced Program Coordinator, Principal, or Chief Educational Programs Officer.

Position Duties

• Work with an individual child or small group on a special learning task planned by the teacher or identified on the IEP.
• Work as a tutor in a special subject area.
• Assist with recess/lunch duty/reinforcement or other related activities.
• Assist in behavior modification and training programs when necessary, including the collection of data and support as needed.
• Help prepare teaching materials for the classroom.
• Take children to other parts of the campus, such as infirmary, library, dorm, etc.
• Assist in all aspects of field trips.
• Obtain instructional materials from central supply/office secretary.
• Write all necessary reports and fill out all necessary forms.
• Participate in department meetings, trainings, and behavior management meetings as necessary.

Physical Requirements

Work involves special physical demands such as moving student equipment, assisting with the evacuation of students with additional needs, overseeing the movement of students between buildings, managing student behavior, and assisting students with self-care tasks as needed, including toileting/diapering.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Fluency in ASL and written English required.
• Knowledge of Deaf community preferred.
• Experience in working with deaf and hard of hearing students desired.
• Knowledge of students with additional disabilities and ability to teach students on different levels and with varying educational background required.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Deaf community preferred.

Special Requirements

New hires are subject to a criminal background investigation at their own expense. Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation.

Benefits

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits. Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. We thank our veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.