Teacher Assistant
Loydence Academy
Total years of experience :17 years, 4 Months
1. Helping children with reading.
2. Lunchtime supervision.
3. Providing support on school trips.
4. Supporting children with literacy and numeracy skills.
5. Helping with classroom preparation.
6. Working with children on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
7. Working closely with children with additional needs, special education needs or language needs.
8. Working closely with children who are academically gifted.
9. Supporting a qualified teacher with teaching cover.
1. Know the proper use of securing devices for safety restraints, wheelchairs and seat belts.
2. Assist the driver in the proper loading and unloading of passengers.
3. Maintain student discipline.
4. Supervise and assist students in transit.
5. Report any concerns regarding students to the driver and to the appropriate building staff.
6. Know the school bus evacuation procedures and be physically capable to evacuate students in
an emergency.
7. Learn the bus route and provide route information that includes driver directions for the best
way to reach a location, for a substitute or newly assigned bus driver.
8. Occupy a seat that provides the best opportunity for student supervision while the bus is in
motion.
1) Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
2) Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
3) Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
4) Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
5) Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
6) Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
7) Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
8) Assign and grade class work and homework.
1. Adhere to the curriculum and lesson plans assigned by the regular teacher.
2. Follow procedures and achieve lesson goals.
3. Assign and explain homework.
4. Oversee students outside of the classroom including in the hallways and cafeteria.
5. Comply with all school regulations and policies at all times.
6. Take attendance and document daily notes.
7. Ensure classroom and work is kept clean and orderly.
8. Oversee the normal classroom rhythms and activities.
9. Compile a report for the teacher for when he/she returns.