Teacher's Assistant (Paraprofessional)

A 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