Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten - Severn Elementary

Severn Elementary; Severn (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools Severn Elementary in Severn, Maryland seeks a Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten to support instructional staff and students under supervision.

The role involves working directly with students individually or in small groups, assisting in planning, implementing and evaluating lessons, and preparing instructional materials.

Starting date is To Be Determined; deadline Aug 26, 2026. Requires 48 college credits or a paraprofessional assessment and Title I eligibility.

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

• Works directly with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons and materials.
• Prepares instructional materials and organizes learning stations and centers.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Patience

Communication with staff

Diversity awareness

Tech/computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

48 college credits or paraprofessional assessment (ETS/NES)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten - Severn Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5893906

Application Deadline: Aug 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten

JOB SUMMARY

Assists the instructional staff in implementing plans and programs related to the academic or a specialized area to which assigned; performs various non-instructional tasks in direct support of the teaching-learning process. Work involves working directly with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher; assisting teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons and programs; observing students and assessing their progress; participating in staff development activities; and the preparation of instructional materials. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and the professional staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works directly with the students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher.


• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies and materials to meet the individual needs of students.


• Organizes materials (prescriptions) for each group/student. Sets up learning stations, laboratory, and activity centers. Supervises students while working; assists students having difficulty.


• Leads and/or facilitates group discussions, sharing time, individual recitation or individual work.


• Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards, and other related materials. Assists with bulletin boards, exhibits and displays.


• Observes and gathers assessment data on students. Discusses observations/progress of students with instructional staff.


• May supervise lunch duties, playground and bus duties as directed.


• Assists in the administration of tests/assessment instruments. Records data to record books/master charts/assessment forms.


• Performs a variety of clerical tasks including correcting work papers/tests, keeping daily attendance, maintaining appropriate student folders/records, and other related tasks as assigned.


• Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.


• Assists in storing, inventorying, and requisitioning of instructional materials, supplies, and equipment as directed.


• Aids in organization/housekeeping tasks for laboratory, learning stations, work areas, or other instructional settings.


• Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.


• Refer or accompany disruptive students to principal.


• Accompanies students on field trips.


• Assists in the development and implementation of daily lesson plans, as necessary.


• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.


• Other: 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.

Experience

• Previous training and/or experience in an educational/instructional environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Willingness to learn and implement instructional methods, strategies, and techniques to assist teachers in the education of students.


• Ability to exercise considerable patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgement in working with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.


• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.


• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.


• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• To work in a Title I-funded school, a passing score on a paraprofessional assessment, in lieu of 48 college credit hours, issued by ETS or NES required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.

Qualification Requirements for Title I Facilities requires:

• New hires or transfers who have successfully achieved the Highly-Qualified ParaEducator status through successful completion of the ParaPro assessment or post‑secondary education in accordance with the mandated requirements for Title I and/or relevant laws in place are eligible for placement at Grade XX (Higher Grade). However, placement in Grade XX (Higher Grade) is contingent on having met the aforementioned requirements and the school's Title I status. Grade placement may be reduced if the school no longer qualifies as Title I and/or you voluntarily transfer to a non-Title I Teacher Assistant position.

Eligibility for Consideration for Promotional Increase from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Successful completion of 30 semester hour credits earned after July 1, 1993 from a Regionally Accredited college or university.


• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.


• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as (1) standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; (2) demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; and (3) regular and punctual attendance.

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 of the time


• Walking: under 1/3 of the time


• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time


• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time


• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time


• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time


• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

• Up to 10 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 4/1/2026 Established Date: 1/1/1983 Title Code: C21033 Title: TEACHER ASSISTANT: KINDERGARTEN Alternate Title: Teacher Assistant: Kindergarten Reports to Generic: Principal Reports to Specific: PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics Business Unit: Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Department: Negotiated Agreement: Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: IV Days Worked: 191 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: SG05;SG06 Position Type: 1.00 FTE Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources


• 2644 Riva Road


• Annapolis, Maryland 21401


• Phone: [phone]


• Fax: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]