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An ESP (Educational Support Professional), or Teaching Assistant, provides hands-on support to a Teacher when implementing lessons or supporting instruction in the classroom. This includes working with small groups of students with and without disabilities and, at times, providing individual assistance to students in the school. ESPs may assist with behavior management during lessons, track a student’s behavior, and set up classroom materials before and during class.
Skills and Qualifications:
Good written and verbal communication Assist teachers in classroom management and instruction. Ability to work individually and in small groups with children Knowledge of classroom subjects. Ability to read and understand instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to operate computers and tablets. Keyboarding skills and using educational software. Maintain confidentiality.
Requirements
Enforcing classroom safety and proper behavior Supporting accommodations that the student needs in the classroom Reinforcing content accommodations within assignments Assisting with attendance Encouraging learning by engaging with students Setting up tools and materials before lessons or class Cutting out decor or craft supplies for an activity Supervising students during recess and class field trips Reinforcing concepts and lessons with students who need extra help Aids in escorting students throughout the school Trains in specialized programs as required Following the chain of command Willingness to be assigned to cover when a teacher is out Other duties as assigned