Teaching Assistant: IEP Support & Student Growth

EAST LYME PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Flanders (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EAST LYME PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves planning instructional activities and implementing lesson plans in collaboration with classroom teachers.

The ideal candidate will assist with individualized instruction, monitor student progress, and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience assisting students under supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students/staff.
• Possess the ability to work independently as well as a member of a team.
• Develop and present learning materials and instructional exercises.
• Use assessment data to prepare instructional planning.
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher.
• Carry out IEP goals and objectives.
• Establish a positive, appropriate rapport with students as socially and age appropriate.
• Remain student focused, maintaining a caring, safe, developmentally appropriate environment.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

EAST LYME PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves planning instructional activities and implementing lesson plans in collaboration with classroom teachers.

The ideal candidate will assist with individualized instruction, monitor student progress, and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment throughout the school day.