Public Health Management Corporation Fort Washington , PA 19034
Posted 2 months ago
Staff members in this position provide assistance to the classroom teacher and facilitate pupil instruction. Employees in this position work to provide necessary instruction, training, services and individual attention to pupils. The assistant is monitored by the teacher in charge of the class, who, with their supervisor, reviews the work through observation and conferences.
Education/Experience Requirements:
OR
Essential Job Functions:
Major highlights of the position requirements are noted below. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.
To assist the teacher with:
o individual and group instruction and daily lesson assignments
o establishing instructional goals and objectives; testing and evaluating student programs
o various phases of behavior modification and classroom management programs
o preparing dittos, correcting assignments, organizing learning centers and bulletin boards
o performing related work as required
Ability to instruct students in an effective manner
Communicate with teachers, support staff and parents
Assumes responsibility for the class and instructional activities in teacher's absence
Monitors students during non instructional activities during the school day (example: lunch & recess duty, etc.)
Actively participates at scheduled staff meetings and serves on educational committees
Performs other duties within the scope of employment as assigned by the appropriate administrator
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Some knowledge of the general principles of learning and child development as they apply to the exceptional child
Some knowledge of curriculum and instructional materials
Valid Driver's License and good driving record
Work Environment and Primary Work Locations:
Classroom environment
Normal Working Hours: 7:30am to 3:30pm, 8:00am to 4:00pm; Monday - Friday
Moderate Physical exertion
Physical Considerations:
Ability to participate in sport and other activities with students.
Ability to maintain composure in crisis with students and perform Safe Physical Management techniques in accordance with accepted agency guidelines.
Physical abilities must include lifting, walking, climbing stairs, and engaging in physical restraints
Hourly Rate:
Commensurate with Experience and Education
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
EOE
Public Health Management Corporation