Temp: Support Assistant (TSA) - Windsor Farm Elementary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Annapolis (MD)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools is hiring a Temporary Support Assistant to assist teachers and support students in various educational settings. Responsibilities include supervision of students, assisting with their personal needs, and implementing instructional activities. Applicants require a High School Diploma, and training in child development is preferred. This role demands patience and effective communication skills, with a commitment to attending workshops and maintaining certifications.

Qualifications

Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
Ability to work with students with physical and emotional disabilities.
Punctual, regular, and predictable attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

Assist in the supervision of students throughout the school day.
Support students in developing social behavior and personal hygiene.
Implement instructional plans as designated by teachers.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teaching styles

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work with diverse learners

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate

Formal academic courses/training in child development

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

Temp: Support Assistant (Title Code)

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. 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. Employees 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

Participate in routine supervision of students throughout the school day within the school building and/or work site/community environment, including assisting on/off bus, lifting, pushing students in equipment, and monitoring entry and exit of students to ensure they reach the correct location.
Assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior, personal hygiene and self‑help skills, including but not limited to toileting (e.g., changing diapers and soiled clothing), feeding, grooming as assigned throughout the school day and/or while at off‑site locations.
Support students during instruction and other curriculum tasks, including reinforcing subjects initially introduced by the teacher in one‑on‑one or small groups, and implementing instructional plans and activities as designated by the job coach and/or teacher. Provide reinforcement techniques to keep students focused and on task.
Observe and manage behavior of students in the classroom, lunch areas, 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 the implementation of behavior strategies and supports.
Follow AACPS policies & procedures while assisting students and staff in the building and off‑site training activities and/or community‑based settings.
Participate in professional development; attend workshops and in‑service training for all 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.
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 to work with students who have physical, mental, emotional, and/or multiple disabilities.
Job requires direct in‑person provision of service; 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.
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