Teacher Assistant Guidelines Student Services 2009.

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Teacher Assistant Guidelines Student Services 2009

Section 1 Job Description and Performance Expectations

Job Description and Performance Expectations Duties are assigned by the school administrator as identified through the program planning process and under the direction of the teacher(s). Teacher assistants are responsible for communicating with the teacher(s) about observations of daily routines, issues, and concerns. This section contains the following information: A - Job Description: –I – Personal Care –II – Safety/Behaviour management support B - Performance Expectations: –I – Expected Job-Related Conduct –II – Rapport with Students

Job Description and Performance Expectations I. Personal Care As identified through the program planning process and under the direction of the teacher(s) when a student cannot, or should not, perform these activities independently. Support physical and mobility challenges Assist students in dressing and undressing Ensure safe and respectful environment when meeting personal care needs Program support when specifically directed and monitored by teacher(s) Assist with: Toileting, feeding, personal hygiene Administer medication and oral inhalant as per Appendix E Carry out medical procedures when trained and authorized Note: It is recommended that when a student with special needs requires personal care assistance, the teacher assistant, if possible, be the same gender as the student

Job Description and Performance Expectations II. Safety/Behaviour Management Support Under the direction of the teacher(s) and/or the program planning team, the teacher assistant will support the implementation of identified behaviour management outcomes. When a student is unable to self-regulate his or her behaviour Use appropriate physical interventions in accordance with the Non- Violent Crisis Intervention Program, the student’s plan, and board policies Encourage students to respect the school’s Code of conduct and PEBS Model and encourage respect for self and others Promote or facilitate positive interactions among all students Record data and observations as directed (frequency, on/off task, etc.) Assist with program support when specifically directed and monitored by teacher(s)

Teacher assistant must neither be given responsibility for nor engage in: Program planning activities such as planning and initiating learning activities Program planning team meetings except when requested by the principal in consultation with Student Services board personnel to provide specific information not otherwise available Selection of learning materials or learning activities Substitute teaching Evaluation of school programs Evaluation of student work or assessment of their progress Evaluation of other staff Reporting to parents or outside agencies Accessing or recording information on students, cumulative record folders and/or confidential files Participation in activities contrary to board conflict of interest policies

Job Description and Performance Expectations B – Performance Expectations: I – Expected Job-Related Conduct II – Rapport with Students

I – Expected Job-Related Conduct Teacher assistants are expected to work co-operatively as members of a school community by: Demonstrating ethical behaviours Understanding the role of the teacher assistant Modeling appropriate problem solving and conflict resolution Referring all requests for information to appropriate personnel Relaying information regarding the student(s) to teacher(s) Participating in training and certification as required Respecting privacy and confidentiality Communicating effectively Being knowledgeable of board and provincial policies and procedures

II – Rapport with Students The teacher assistants are also expected to develop and maintain a positive rapport with students Treating students in a respectful, dignified, and fair manner with due consideration to the students’ physical, social, and psychological development Respecting the strengths and challenges of students Maintaining effective and collaborative relationships Demonstrating patience and understanding towards students Demonstrating appropriate responses to student-initiated interactions

Section 2 Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers and Principals

Teacher’s Responsibilities “Teachers are responsible for teaching all students who are placed under their supervision and care. This includes responsibility for safety and well- being, as well as program planning, implementation, and evaluation. This is not a responsibility that can be transferred or delegated to non-teaching staff” Special Education Policy, 2008

Teacher’s Responsibilities Teachers working with a teacher assistant have the following responsibilities: Collaborating with the teacher assistant, providing regular feedback, discussing and clarifying specific job functions based on the needs of the student(s) Ensuring ongoing communication Informing the teacher assistant of classroom procedures and established school matrixes according to PEBS Informing and modeling confidentiality practices pertaining to home-school relationships Resolving conflicts with teacher assistant with the teacher assistant first, administration second, and school board third, reflecting board policies Serving as primary contact with parents Informing the school principal or designate when students whom the teacher assistant is supporting are absent Collaborating with the principal regarding identified job functions, and performance appraisal for the teacher assistant(s)

Principal’s Responsibilities “The principal of a public school is the educational leader of the school and has overall responsibility for the school, including teachers and other staff” Section 38(1) Education Act

Principal’s Responsibilities Principals have the following responsibilities: Daily management, supervision, and evaluation of all school personnel including teacher assistants Scheduling, assigning responsibilities to, and supervising teacher assistants in collaboration with the teachers and student services staff Providing information to teacher assistants about relevant legislation, provincial and board-level policies, procedures, and practices, including union contracts Meeting the training needs of teacher assistant in collaboration with their school board Supervising teacher assistants and communicating with teachers and teacher assistants, verbally and in writing, regarding schedules, specific job functions, and performance expectations of assignment Ensuring teacher assistants work the hours established and that scheduling, including lunch breaks and before and after school time, is based on the goal of meeting the specific program needs of identified students

Section 3 Supervision and Performance Appraisal

Evaluation and Performance Appraisal The goals of supervision include: Evaluating the performance of the teacher assistant’s duties and expectations as determined by the outcomes of the program planning process and the contractual agreement of their job description Reflecting on qualifications, key attributes, and competencies Identifying performance strengths and areas needing improvement Identifying and providing opportunities for personal and job-related development Providing opportunities for open communication regarding evaluation