7 teacher assistant jobs found in Portsmouth

Job Description The Portsmouth School Department offers numerous internship opportunities to give your education career the best start! College students can apply for internships across the district in areas as diverse as: Elementary Teaching Secondary Teaching Nursing School Psychologist School Social Worker Speech and Language Pathology Guidance Counseling PSD is dedicated to contributing excellence to future educators by offering quality internship experiences annually. Internship is considered to be the single most important experience in a teacher preparation program. By working together, we hope to nurture the professional growth of education career seeking interns, support the continued professional development of cooperating faculty, provide for quality learning experiences for the children in our school, and strengthen our partnerships with higher education institutions. All arrangements to accept interns begin by completing this application. In...

Job Description ENGLISH TEACHER JOB SUMMARY: Performs difficult professional work providing a broad range of teaching services, assisting students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning in accordance with each student's ability; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the School Principal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Teaching and training special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential. Facilitate specialized subject matter(s), motivating all students to achieve maximum potential; Assists in developing individualized instructional programs; Instruct students in area(s) of specialization and subject matter specified in State law and administrative regulations and procedures of Portsmouth Public Schools; Establishes and maintains standards of behavior; Encourages students to think independently, develop and express original ideas; Evaluates...

Job Description POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL OVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: 220, 221, 223 JOB SUMMARY: Performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work assisting the principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the total school program and operation. As part of the administrative team, the assistant principal provides leadership in activities and programs as necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Principal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs a variety of administrative duties in compliance with school division policies and legal requirements required to assist with the management of assigned human, material, and financial resources necessary for school operation; Upholds effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff; Shows evidence of instructional leadership and assists with the delivery of...

Job Description POSITION TITLE: SCHOOL COUNSELOR REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL OVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE : 710,711,712,713,250 JOB SUMMARY: Performs difficult professional work advising, assisting and counseling students; does related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision of the School Principal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Counseling students, providing guidance concerning enrollment, academics, scheduling, college and career opportunities; providing counseling relating to interpersonal, personal and family occurrences. Counsels with students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by recognized school counseling curriculum; Counsels with parents individually and in small groups; Prepares and presents sessions regarding personal growth, school adjustment, career development, self-concept, attendance and related matters;...

Job Description Elementary Paraeducator- Little Harbour Position Purpose The role and assignments of a paraeducator are not defined by a particular student, setting or program, but rather by students' needs as determined by the multi-disciplinary team. While every attempt will be made to keep the assignments over the course of the school year, it may be necessary to change a paraeducator's original job assignment to another to meet the varying needs of the students in the district. Essential Performance Responsibilities The paraprofessional primarily works in classrooms, libraries and computer labs assisting the teacher in reinforcement and enhancement of lessons. Paraeducators working with special education students are expected to be knowledgeable of each student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Paraeducators are expected to attend all training sessions offered by the Portsmouth School Department that are specifically designed for them during the scheduled...

Job Description Library Media Specialist Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Principal, to assist students, and teaching staff with an enriching library/media center environment with a wide range of reading and other educational materials; maintains library collection at school site; develops appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; and instructs students and others on the proper use of the library resources. Essential Functions Operates and supervises the media enter. Evaluates, selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation. Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to assist in the...

Job Description Paraeducator Position Purpose The role and assignments of a paraeducator are not defined by a particular student, setting or program, but rather by students' needs as determined by the multi-disciplinary team. While every attempt will be made to keep the assignments over the course of the school year, it may be necessary to change a paraeducator's original job assignment to another to meet the varying needs of the students in the district. Essential Performance Responsibilities The parapreducator primarily works in classrooms, libraries and computer labs assisting the teacher in reinforcement and enhancement of lessons. Paraeducators working with speacila education students are epeted to knowledgeableof each student's Individual Educational Plans (IEP). Paraeducators are expected to attend all training sessions offered by the Portsmouth School Department that are specifically designed for them during the scheduled work times. The Paraeducator May:...