Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Odenton Elementary

Odenton Elementary; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Odenton Elementary is seeking a Temporary Support Assistant (TSA) to support teachers and students across Preschool/PreK to secondary levels. Duties include supervising students, assisting with self-care, and data collection under professional staff direction.

Responsibilities emphasize behavior monitoring, instructional support, and collaboration with the teaching team, with travel to various locations within the county as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Formal academic courses/training in child development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students throughout the school day in classrooms and at work sites.
• Assist students with social, emotional, and behavioral needs as directed.
• Support teachers with instructional tasks and data collection.

Skills

Patience

Attendance

Diversity

Office software

Education

High School Diploma

Child development training

Tools

Video Conferencing

Microsoft Office

Job description

Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Odenton Elementary

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5662744
• Application Deadline: May 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: May 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the supervising teacher or administrator, Temporary Support Assistants (TSA) assists teachers with the physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs of students at the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. Supervision of students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, includes carrying out instructional tasks, supporting self-care, and collecting data as outlined by professional staff based upon individual student objectives. Employee(s) must be capable of performing any and all of the listed duties individually or independently which may vary based upon their work location/assignment and available staffing.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite /community environment; to include assisting on/off bus, lifting, pushing students in equipment and monitors entry and exit of students to assure they get to the correct location.
• Assists students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills including, but not limited to, toileting (i.e., changing diapers and soiled clothing), feeding, grooming as assigned by the position throughout the school day and/or while at off-site locations.
• Supports students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one-on-one or small groups, and implements instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher. Provides reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
• Observes and manages behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, playground, and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
• Observes and gathers data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provide data collection to the supervising teacher.
• Supports students with social, emotional, and behavior concerns including the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
• Follows AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off-site work training activities and/or community-based settings.
• Participates in professional development; attends workshops and in-service training for all specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by Board of Education.
• 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: Formal academic courses/training in the field of child development with specific applications to the area of special education preferred.

Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to exercise considerable patience and the ability to work with physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or multiple disabilities students.
• Job requires direct in-person provision of service, therefore punctual, regular and predictable attendance is essential.
• 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.

• Hold or be eligible for Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Personal Vehicle

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: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 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
• Driving: 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

Noise Level

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

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 50 pounds: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• 20% daily day travel within the county to assist at locations (other schools, parks, libraries) as needed.

Job Information

Approved Date: 7/1/2023

Established Date: 9/5/2014

Title Code: D33019

Title: ASSISTANT SUPPORT: TEMPORARY

Alternate Title: Assistant: Support Temporary

Reports to Generic: Manager;Principal

Organization

Division: Varies

HR Job Information

Unit: 0

Days Worked: 191; 195; 260

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Grade:

Essential Job:

Months Worked: 10;12

Hours Worked: 7;7.5

Job Family: Educational Support Services

Sub-Function: Classroom Assistants

Position Type: Temporary, as-needed

Salary: upto $18 hour

Job Categories: 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]