Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Old Mill High School

Young World Physical Education; Millersville (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Temporary Support Assistant at Old Mill High School in Millersville, Maryland. This role supports teachers by assisting students with their physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs. Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with social behavior, and implementing educational plans. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and skills in patience and communication. Salary is up to $16 per hour, with a focus on student assistance and engagement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Training in child development preferred.
• Ability to work with students having disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students during the school day.
• Assist students with personal hygiene and self-help skills.
• Support students during instruction.

Skills

Patience

Effective communication

Collaboration

Proficiency with business technology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

Formal academic courses/training in child development

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Old Mill High School

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Summary

Under the direction of the supervising teacher or administrator, Temporary Support Assistants (TSA) assist teachers with the physical, emotional, behavioral, and instructional needs of students at the Preschool/PreK, elementary and secondary grade levels. TSA supervises students throughout the school day, both in the school building and on work sites, carrying out instructional tasks, supporting self‑care and collecting data as outlined by professional staff based upon individual student objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite/community environment, including assisting on/off bus, lifting/pushing students, and monitoring entry/exit to ensure correct location.
• Assist students with developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self‑help skills including toileting, feeding, and grooming as assigned.
• Support students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, reinforcing subjects introduced by the teacher in one‑on‑one or small groups, and implementing instructional plans as designated.
• Observe and manage behavior of students in classroom, lunch, playground and other learning environments according to approved procedures.
• Observe and gather data regarding student performance on instructional and behavioral goals and provide data collection to the supervising teacher.
• Support students with social, emotional and behavior concerns, including implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
• Follow AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off‑site work training activities and/or community‑based settings.
• Participate in professional development; attend workshops and in‑service training for specialized related care needs, seizures, disruptive behavior, etc. as provided by the Board of Education.
• Perform 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Preferred: Formal academic courses/training in child development with specific applications to special education.

Experience

• None.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Ability to exercise considerable patience and to work with students having physical, mental, emotional and/or multiple disabilities.
• Direct in‑person provision of service requires punctual, regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to diverse learner needs.
• Effective communication and collaboration with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with business technology applications (e.g., video/web conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite).

Licenses and Certifications

• Hold or be eligible for a Driver’s License (DL) Class C Non‑Commercial issued by Maryland or state of legal residence.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving required to conduct board business within the scope of employment.
• Personal vehicle required.

Leadership Role

• None.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

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

Vision

• No special vision requirements.
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time.
• Moderate conditions: 1/3–2/3 percent.

Weight & Force

• Up to 50 pounds: 1/3–2/3 percent.

Travel Requirements

• 20% daily travel within the county to assist at schools, parks, libraries, etc.

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: Manager/Principal
• Days Worked: 191, 195, 260
• FLSA Exemption Status: Non‑Exempt
• Grade: ClickHERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Temp‑Terms of Employment)

Organization

• Division: Varies
• Business Unit: N/A
• Department: N/A
• Negotiated Agreement: N/A

HR Job Information

• Unit: 0
• Months Worked: 10, 12
• Hours Worked: 7, 7.5
• Job Family: Educational Support Services
• Sub‑Function: Classroom Assistants
• Position Type: Temporary, as‑needed
• Salary: up to $16 per 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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.