Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute - Northeast Middle

IMDiversity; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools in Pasadena, MD seeks a Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute to support daily instruction across the curriculum. The role involves following lesson plans, assisting teachers and students, and preparing instructional materials under school leadership.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalency and 48 college credits; experience with virtual learning platforms is valued, with bilingual/biliterate skills preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate and 48 college credits.
• Experience with virtual learning platforms or remote instruction tools is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and reinforce lessons as directed.

Responsibilities

• Substitute for absent teachers following lesson plans in all curriculum areas.
• Extend lesson plans and continue daily instruction during absences.
• Provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences, and related activities.
• Assist teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons and materials.
• Work with teachers and students on special projects and assignments.
• Prepare instructional materials (posters, charts, transparencies, game boards).
• Set up learning and activity centers and assist students with difficulties.
• Attend and participate in staff development activities.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Instructional support

Diversity awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

48 college credits hours

Tools

Video conferencing

Learning Management System (LMS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute - Northeast Middle
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Northeast Middle - Pasadena, Maryland

Job Details
Job ID:5856238
Starting Date:To Be Determined

Job Description
Title Code:

Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute

JOB SUMMARY
Serves in a substitute capacity on a permanent basis for an absent teacher(s) by continuing daily instruction in all areas of curriculum. At other times, assists teachers/students with special projects; works with students individually or in small groups to reinforce subjects initially introduced by the teacher; or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences and related professional activities. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the principal and professional staff. Bilingual and biliterate in targeted language may be required depending on assignment. Virtual experience may be required based on assignment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves in a substitute capacity for an absent teacher(s) following lesson plans in all areas of curriculum; or providing necessary reinforcement of instruction and materials.
• Discusses with teacher(s) what has happened during their absence. As required, extends lesson plans and continues daily instruction during any absence(s).
• Continues instruction and/or supervises students to provide relief time to teachers for planning periods, conferences, and related professional activities.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional lessons, methods, strategies, and materials to meet individual needs of students.
• Works with teachers/students on special projects/lessons/assignments.
• Prepares a variety of instructional materials to include: posters, charts, transparencies, game boards/cards.
• Sets up learning, laboratory, and activity centers. Assists students having difficulties.
• Attends and actively participates in staff development activities.
• 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; and
• Number of College Credit Hours (if applicable) 48 college credits hours required.

Experience

• One (1) year virtual learning technology, remote instruction platforms, Learning Management Systems, and video conferencing tools, if assigned to Virtual Academy required.

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 patience, courtesy, tact, and good judgment in dealing with students, teachers, administrators, fellow employees and parents.
• Ability to independently plan and/or follow instructional lessons/assignments.
• 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).

Language Requirements

Bilingual/Biliterate If assigned to bilingual program, required to be bilingual and biliterate in targeted language. Otherwise, bilingual and biliterate in target language preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

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

Driving Requirements

N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

No special vision requirements

Work Environment

Location

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

Exposure

Vibration:
Noise Level

Noise Level

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

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

None

Travel Requirements

N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 1/1/2025
Established Date: 1/1/1983
Title Code: C21907
Title: TEACHER ASSISTANT: PERMANENT SUBSTITUTE
Alternate Title: Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute
Reports to Generic: Principal
Reports to Specific:

ORGANIZATION

Division: Academics
Business Unit: Curriculum & Assessments
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: SG07

Essential Job

Months Worked: 10
Hours Worked: 7
Job Family: Educational Support Services
Sub-Function: Classroom Assistants

Position Type:1.00 FTE

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Instructional Support > Permanent Substitute

Equal Opportunity Employer