SY 26-27 Supportive Service Assistant
About this role
Job Summary
Assists teaching and non-teaching staff in schools within the Title I program. Participates in a cooperative effort to support basic skills achievement of students who are economically or educationally disadvantage. Provides instructional assistance in the classrooms in major subject areas which include reading and mathematics and/or facilitative services to non-instructional staff in support of the program's overall objectives. Assists teachers in the preparation of and during instructional activities, and addresses the tutorial needs of students as identified. Assists staff in the development of parent workshops.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION
Essential Functions
For the General Specialty
Circulates through the classroom to assist students in the completion of assigned tasks; tutors individuals or small groups to aid students in a specific area of academic weakness; answers students' question; attempts to reinforce previous instruction from the teacher.
Assists teachers in the preparation of classroom exhibits and bulletin boards; distributes materials to students; may assist in the correction of worksheets and test papers.
Staffs designated area for students involuntarily removed from classrooms; confers with students to ascertain the source of his/her problem; assists students in problem solving and attempts to enhance interpersonal skills; provides guidance and encouragement to students achieve positive behavioral and attitudinal changes; circulates through the school/facility as required by work assignment.
Contacts parents or guardians as instructed to provide information on students' progress or lack thereof; mails attendance and behavior cards to parents or guardians.
Monitors student behavior in various non-classroom settings.
Collects and records attendance and grade information; may enter or extract data from a computer terminal; performs additional clerical and other facilitative tasks as needed.
For the Attendance Specialty
Maintains attendance records and reports; monitors pupil attendance; obtains information regarding truancy or other attendance irregularities; follows-up and investigates cases of students having aberrant attendance patterns and/or lengthy absences due to illness or suspected parental neglect; communicates with regional attendance officer concerning outstanding pupil attendance problems.
Interviews parents/guardians, inquiring about ways to improve individual pupil attendance; contacts parents/guardians regarding students with frequent tardiness or prolonged absences; accompanies attendance personnel on home visits of children continuously absent.
Works in conjunction with student support personnel to design, coordinate and implement incentive programs to combat tardiness and absenteeism; assists staff in the development of workshops for parents to provide support to students in their efforts to improve attendance.
Mails attendance cards to parents or guardians; performs additional clerical and facilitative tasks as needed
Minimum Requirements
All SSA's must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be "Highly qualified"
To be Highly Qualified you must possess ONE of the following:
- An Associate Degree from an accredited College or University
- At least 60 College Credits or
- Pass the School District of Philadelphia's "Highly Qualified" Exam
Company at a glance
For forward-thinking administrators and educators, opportunities abound in The School District of Philadelphia. The School District of Philadelphia is committed to transforming the education opportunities it offers the city’s 200,000 school-aged children. Located in a historic and culturally rich setting, we are a racially and ethnically diverse community committed to education. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with students, schools, and communities and who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment, and vision. Will you join us?
Our Mission
The mission of The School District of Philadelphia is to provide a high-quality education that prepares, ensures, and empowers all students to achieve their full intellectual and social potential in order to become lifelong learners and productive members of society.
Our Vision
The School District of Philadelphia will deliver on the right of every child in Philadelphia to an excellent public school education and ensure all children graduate from high school ready to succeed.
The key word in this vision is “right.” The District exists to deliver on the civil right of every child to a strong, lifelong foundation.
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