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Teaching Assistant: Lunch MonitorHenley Middle School2026-27 School YearPart-Time, Temporary Position 2 hrs/day$17.06/hourAre you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society?In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children's success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more. Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.General Definition of Work: Provides responsible administrative, clerical, and human support in assisting the classroom teacher in the management and instruction of students; performs related tasks as required and directed; all work is performed under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher, however, the aide may independently carry out particular aspects of the instructional program which include activities outside of the normal school facility.Essential Functions:Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and if appropriate the student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP)Carries out follow-up and review lessonsDevelops and maintains pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., maintain instructional materials, design bulletin boards, assist special education teacher and/or students in clean up activities, etc.)Assists teacher in maintaining appropriate level of classroom behavior and controlWith classroom teacher's knowledge and approval, carries out appropriate discipline of studentsProcures, sets up, and operates audio-visual equipmentAssists students in completion of learning tasks assigned by classroom teachersAssists teacher in related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assembly, etc.) as directedAssists in physical movement of students from one learning environment to anotherPerforms such duties as attendance recording and collection of lunch monies as directed by classroom teacherPerforms such clerical duties as typing, filing, and duplicating at direction of classroom teacherSupervises students in lunchroom or during lunch periodSupervises students during free time and other non-instructional periods as directed by classroom teacherUnder supervision of classroom teacher and/or building principal, assists in maintenance of students' recordsAssists with toileting, feeding, and positioning of studentsParticipates in team meetingsAssists with medical related duties, i.e. catheterization, gastrointestinal feedings, assistive breathing devices, colostomy and ileostomy needsAssisting with carry over of related services, i.e., Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech, Adapted Physical Education, and VisionPerforms other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or principalKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward disabled students; willing to learn specialized instructional/management techniques employed with disabled students; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; must be high school graduate or hold equivalence of a high school diploma and be willing to seek and maintain CPR certification.Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school including basic keyboard and filing training.Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts: Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting, up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Occasional attendance to parent conferences, building-level meetings and division wide meetings and training activities beyond normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members, parents and medical professional may be required. Contacts with community and division-level staff may require considerable tact and diplomacy.Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

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