Teacher Assistant

Starting Pay: NC04, $16.83 (subject to changes)

Pitt County Schools Job Description

Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver

Reports To: Principal and Teacher/Bus Supervisor
Term of Employment: 10 Months (School Year Calendar)
Supervises: No one
Performance Evaluation: Performance to be evaluated annually by the school principal and the bus supervisor
Education/Qualifications: Associate's Degree or 2 years (min. 48 semester hrs.) of higher education
Computer Skills
Must be eligible for school bus driver's license (CDL).

Responsibilities and Duties by Program Area:

• Assist the teacher with planning and organizing, evaluating, instructional activities and developing classroom procedures
• Prepare necessary materials, equipment and resources to implement programs
• Provide clerical and technical assistance as needed for implementation of programs and other duties in accordance with applicable rules, laws, and regulations
• Assist students with the understanding of rules and regulations
• Follow the direction of the teacher in obtaining goals and objectives
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce and assist in learning
• Monitor students as instructed by the teacher
• Use sound judgment in reconciling minor conflicts and correcting behavior
• Supervise students in the cafeteria, playground, buses, bathrooms and other areas on and off school property (e.g. field trips)
• Keep the teacher informed of any problems on a daily basis
• Exhibit positive behavior toward parents and students
• Assist in maintaining a functional clean environment
• Communicate the needs of students and school in a confidential and positive manner
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in a punctual, professional and positive manner to ensure a safe and healthful environment
• Conduct self as a positive role model
• Maintain bus license and accept bus driver assignments as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervising teacher and building administrators

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