Job Description
Generalist Teacher Assistant (Grade: Pre-K) -(RTP20261013-002)
Description
BASIC FUNCTIONS
• Assist in conducting intensified learning experience for students in assigned area and relieve teacher of various non-instructional duties
• Assists teacher in management of student arrival and departure time
• Perform supportive tasks, primarily of a non-instructional nature, for a certified.
• Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activities
• Help teacher supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom, including hall, lunchroom, auditorium, gym, and playground monitoring
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
• Assist Teacher with copying, organizing, and filing materials for distribution to students
• Help with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
• Participate in staff-development training programs to improve job performance
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned
• Help decorate the classroom for special events, PTA meetings, holidays, etc
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of this job:
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High School Diploma or USA equivalency; Associate Degree or 48 College credit hours or pass an academic assessment; Valid Texas educational aide certificate
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Six months of knowledge and skills acquired through work experience or successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants is preferred
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Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions
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Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics
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Perform supportive tasks, primarily of a non-instructional nature, for a certified
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Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities
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Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
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Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession
Work Locations
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Macon Elementary
650 HOLCOMB ROAD
Dallas 75217
Job
: Teacher Assistant-Pre-K
Full-time
Minimum Salary
: 29,528.00
Median Salary: 36900.00
Job Posting
: Oct 13, 2026