Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Pershing Hill Elementary

Pershing Hill Elementary; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pershing Hill Elementary in Fort Meade, Maryland seeks a Temp: Support Assistant to help teachers with students’ physical, emotional, and educational needs. The role involves supervision, assisting with self-care tasks, and supporting instructional activities across Preschool to secondary levels.

Responsibilities include managing behavior, collecting performance data, and implementing strategies under supervision. Flexible, as-needed staffing with ADA-compliant accommodations when required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Driver's License Class C and daily access to reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or worksite.
• Assists students with social behavior, personal hygiene and self-help skills.
• Supports students during instruction and reinforces lessons in one-on-one or small groups.
• Observes and manages student behavior in classrooms, lunch areas, and other learning environments.
• Collects data on student performance and supports behavior management strategies.
• Follows school policies and participates in professional development as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

Tools

Driver's License (Class C) and reliable transportation

Job description

Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Pershing Hill Elementary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools Pershing Hill Elementary - Fort Meade, Maryland Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5666945
Application Deadline: May 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: May 02, 2026 4:0 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Title Code:
Temp: Support Assistant

This position is posted to create a pool of candidates. Eligible Candidates will be contactedas positions become available at this school.

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

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:

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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]