Teacher's Assistant (Paraprofessional)-DSA ES SOKC

A Pre-kindergarten teacher assistant's job description includes a variety of tasks, such as:

Having 48 college credit hours -or- Paraprofessional Certificate from Oklahoma State Board of Education -or- take and Pass the Paraprofessional Test with at least a Bronze Level

Classroom preparation : Setting up the classroom for lessons, helping with materials, and keeping the classroom clean and organized

Student support : Working with individual students and small groups, helping with special needs, and monitoring behavior

Lesson planning : Assisting with planning and implementing lesson plans and activities

Classroom management : Helping to maintain order in the classroom, and intervening when necessary

Communication : Communicating with the teacher about student needs, and attending meetings

Professionalism : Displaying ethical and professional behavior, and protecting student confidentiality

School participation : Participating in school activities, such as parent nights and home visits

Meal preparation : Helping with meal preparation, including ordering food, cutting fruit and vegetables, and setting the table

Cleaning : Assisting with basic cleaning duties, such as dusting, washing equipment, and cleaning painting boards