Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute - Ruth Parker Eason

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute at Ruth Parker Eason School. This role supports classroom instruction by filling in for absent teachers and assisting with various educational projects. Candidates should have a high school diploma and possess a willingness to learn instructional strategies to enhance the educational experience for students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, 48 college credit hours preferred.
• 1 year experience with virtual learning technology, if assigned to Virtual Academy.
• Ability to work and communicate with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Serves in a substitute capacity for absent teachers, following lesson plans.
• Assists teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating instructional methods.
• Prepares instructional materials, such as charts and game boards.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Patience

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

48 college credit hours

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Video Conferencing Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Applications will be accepted
Monday, June 23, 2025 12:00 AM -
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 11:59 PM
(Eastern Standard Time)

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Teacher Assistant: Permanent Substitute - Ruth Parker Eason

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.

• N/A

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
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Vibration:
• 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

ClickHERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 4 - SAAAAC)

Months Worked: 10

Hours Worked: 7

Job Family: Educational Support Services

Sub-Function: Classroom Assistants

Primary Location Ruth Parker Eason School

Salary Range Please refer to the Unit IV salary scale online at www.aacps.org