What are the responsibilities and job description for the Montessori Teaching Assistant position at Decatur Public Schools?
- Hold or be eligible for teacher assistants certificate.
- Montessori training required.
- Assist all students in their assigned daily academics as instructed by teachers.
- Assist in grading work and assigning students individual academic work.
- Alerts the teacher to special needs of individual students.
- Provides escorts and assistance to students as necessary.
- Helps maintain individual records for each student.
- Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction.
- Changes will be implemented as needed to meet the needs of the individual student.
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TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to negotiated agreement.
EVALUATION: Performance of the position will be evaluated once every two years in accordance with District’s plan for evaluation.
Able to demonstrate effective behavior management techniques and interventions. - Ability to function effectively as a member of the school team.
- Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well with staff, parents, community members, and students
- Preferred experience with trauma-informed and restorative justice practices.
Closing Date:
When Filled
K-1 Instructional Teaching AssistantWhen Filled
Teaching Assistants must hold an Illinois license as a ParaProfessional. Step by Step Directions from the MACON-PIATT REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #39 from this link: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/993/roe39/2374451/_STA_PARA_Approval_How_To_REV.pdf
$18.50 - $22.85/hour More for experienced!
How to Become a ParaProfessional Teaching Assistant
Get Licensed immediately. High School Diploma or Equivalent is Required. $50 License Fee; Short-term approval is valid for 3 years while meeting full Paraprofessional requirements.
Montessori Teacher AssistantREPORTS TO: Building Administrator
JOB GOAL: To assist the Montessori teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
Salary : $19 - $23