District - Intensive Teacher Assistant - 2026/2027

Intensive Teacher Assistant The need or necessity for intensive teacher assistant support will be designated in a student's IEP, 504, MTSS, and/or Intervention/Safety Plan. The teacher assistant's primary role is to assist in all aspects of the daily instructional program for students in preschool – grade 8. The teacher assistant will participate in all activities necessary to support students in the least restrictive environment across all educational settings. Performance responsibilities include: Assist the teacher in the preparation of materials With direct supervision of the teacher, guide individual and small group instruction Assist in behavior management under the direction of the teacherParticipate in team planning meetings, staffing, parent conferences during regular work hours as requested by the teacherParticipate in professional development as requested by administration Work collaboratively with the school team to improve services for studentsAssist with behavioral and social/emotional support for students including but not limited to implementing positive behavioral strategies, de-escalation interventions, physical prompting or safe physical restraints (if certified) under the direction of the school team Dress appropriately at all times consistent with the school, work site, and community standards Maintain classroom order, safety and materials Communicate student needs and performance including behavior concerns to appropriate staff Implement and support academic, behavioral and communication plans Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students Perform such other duties and services under the supervising teacher's direction Assist in toileting and feeding as appropriate Assist in safely lifting studentsAssist with the direct supervision of students across all settings