Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428

Teacher Assistant

Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428  •  Great Bend, KS (Onsite)  •  10 days ago
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Job Description


Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives. 

Essential Job Functions
  • Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills. 
  • Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
  • Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
  • Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
  • Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
  • Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
  • Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
  • Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
  • Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
  • Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
Additional Duties:
  • Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
  • Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Note:   The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
  • Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.
Travel Requirements
  • Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
  • Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
  • Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
  • Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
  • Works in standard office and school building environments.
  • Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
Note:   Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior experience working with English as a Second Language is desirable.


FLSA Status:             Non-exempt

 
Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428

About Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428

Located in the heart of Kansas, Great Bend residents enjoy the comforts of small-town America as well as amenities of being a regional retail and entertainment center. Our schools benefit from a dedicated and exceptional teaching staff with an average tenure of nearly 15 years, which we believe illustrates the positive culture and environment fostered within our buildings.

USD 428 is comprised of five neighborhood elementary schools where students enjoy the benefits of walkability and community engagement. Students merge at Great Bend Middle School for seventh and eighth-grade before advancing to Great Bend High School for grades 9-12.

Our curriculum is designed to meet each student's educational needs. K-12 we emphasize the core academic areas of reading, math, science, and social studies, while incorporating all State of Kansas standards for education and reflecting national curriculum reform efforts. Our schools offer a safe learning environment with exceptional teachers and staff focused on the success of their students. To support the unique needs of each learner, the academic progress of students is monitored for early intervention. With a comprehensive tiered system of supports in place at every level, individual students receive small group instruction targeted to their specific needs to support the growth of a diverse population of students.

At the secondary level, core instruction is enhanced by giving students the opportunity to explore career and technical education programs as well as career mentoring from business leaders across the community.

At all levels, we work diligently to support our students and provide educational opportunities that fulfill our mission to educate and prepare all students to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners.

Great Bend USD 428:

2019-2020 Enrollment: 2,816 Students

700 Employees

Attendance Centers:

5 Elementary Schools (K-6)

1 Middle School (7 & 8)

1 High School (9-12)

1 Specialty Facility

Industry
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Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Great Bend, KS
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
greatbendschools.net
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