TEACHER ASSOCIATE ( includes Regular Education, Special Education, Transportation and

 Secretarial Associate positions)

Position Purpose

Under the general superivision of the building principal and designated teacher(s), to assist and  support all staff in the education of children.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Assists in the supervision of students in the classroom and other areas of the school facility.  This may include bus arrival/dismissal, lunch and/or recess, school related activities or field trips during contracted hours, and emergency drills/situations.
• Assists staff in preparation of materials.  This may include reproducing and preparing materials and equipment used in the classroom; correcting papers, workbooks and tests; and creating and preparing materials for bulletin boards.
• Works with individual or a group of students in the daily routine of the classroom under the teacher’s direction.  This may include assisting the teacher with classroom management and/or implementation of behavioral management plan(s); assisting students with homework, tests and/or seatwork; assisting students with technology (audio-visual, computer, adaptive educational equipment); and maintaining records for individual students.
• Keeps teacher/administrator informed of all relevant student-related matters.
• Maintains working knowledge and use of available technology.
• Attends scheduled training sessions.
• Duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor may vary from time to time.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Works well with others.
• Contributes to creating a positive working environment.
• Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality.
• Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day.
• Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job.
• Works independently and with confidence.
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision.

Qualifications Profile

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to relate to all children regardless of needs and/or abilities.
• Possess collaborative and interpersonal skills.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical Requirements

Bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking.

Working Conditions

Includes extremes of temperature and humidity.  Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases.

Any employee not covered by a negotiated contract agreement is an “at-will” employee.  Either the school district or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law.  The school district can define the number of days notice required of a terminating employee.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The school district does not discriminate on the basis of age (except students), race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socioeconomic status, creed, or marital status in admission or access to, or treatment in, its hiring and employment practices.  Any person having inquiries concerning the school district’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), § 504 or Iowa Code § 280.3 is directed to contact:

504 Coordinator

Indianola Community School District

1301 E. Second Ave.

Indianola, IA 50125

(515) 961-9500,

who has been designated by the school district to coordinate the school district’s efforts to comply with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the ADA, § 504 and Iowa Code § 280.3 (2007).