COFFEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM Job Description Special Education Teacher Assistant Responsible to: PrincipalTeacherDirector of Special Education Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent minimum Meet Highly Qualified Status as requiredStrong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skillsCompetent technological skillsAbility to adjust to varying tasks as assignedEssential Responsibilities:Assists teachers in classroom activities with students providing instructional assistance and support servicesPrepares requested materials Provides individual or small group instruction to students to reinforce learning objectives as stated in IEPSupervises class in teacher's absence as neededProvides clerical support within the school as neededAttend to personal needs of Students with Disabilities when necessaryAssist physically challenged children with mobility issuesGeneral Requirements:Follows Federal and State Laws and adopted policies and procedures in accordance with School Board prioritiesConducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest standards of public education and in support of the District's Vision/Mission StatementsMaintains ethical standards, which include professionalism and the protection of confidential student and staff information Other responsibilities and/or duties may be required and assigned BOE Revisions Approved 2/8/10