Looking for Teacher Assistant/Tutor in Mississippi

Job title: Teacher Assistant/Tutor
Company: Teach Mississippi
Job description: The assistant teacher is an integral part of the instructional team. The assistant teacher will work closely with the students and the classroom teacher. They will also be responsible for a wide range of school duties and responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• An Associate’s degree; or, 48 semester hours (minimum) at an institution of higher education; or, a passing score on the ACT WorkKeys.
• Possess a general understanding of the educational system
• Strong interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills with exceptional attention to detail are essential (must be a self-starter/self-motivator and energetic)
• Ability to effectively communicate with teachers, students, and public

REPORTS TO:
Principal and/or his/her Designee

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Duties include but not limited to the following:

• Work with other employees in a cooperative and courteous manner at all times
• Promote a positive image of the school and district to the public at all times
• Contribute through their work to the development and implementation of a successful instructional program
• Model good reading, writing, and speaking skills for students
• Attend and participate in professional development programs when required
• Work directly with students reinforcing skills taught by a certified teacher
• Monitor written assignments as students work
• When misunderstanding of an assignment is detected, immediate re- teaching/reinforcing will be provided
• Work with students individually or in small or large groups when directed
• Serve as a resource person in curriculum, organization, and student evaluation
• Assist the supervising teacher with resource files, student unit packets, etc.
• Serve as proctor among students at any time under supervision of a certified teacher
• Any other duties as assigned by the Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• FSLA Status: Non-exempt
• “At-Will” position
• To be employed 180 days per year

• Salary is established by Board policy

EVALUATION:

Performance in this position will be evaluated by the principal annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policies on evaluation

OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows the Mississippi Code of Ethics
• Follows Marion County School District Board Policies
• Work Habits:

? Observes assigned work hours
? Maintains a pattern of prompt and regular attendance
? Follows the daily schedule as prescribed
? Adjusts to work assignments and/or schedule changes

• Personal Qualities:

? Demonstrates a positive attitude toward work assignments
? Accepts responsibility for the work assigned
? Maintains appropriate appearance and personal hygiene
? Accepts constructive criticism

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