Assistant Teacher Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Assistant Teacher includes the following duties and responsibilities:

Work with the lead teacher to monitor the class schedule.
Assist teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment.
Revise lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
Ensure the classroom environment is safe and clean.
Oversee students during non-classroom times including in-between classes, during lunch, and on field excursions.
Help lead teachers to create lesson plans.
Comply with state, school, and class rules and regulations.
Attend all training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings.
Collaborate with lead teachers to recognize issues students are facing and recommend solutions.
Document student progress and communicate with parents to keep them informed.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Assistant Teacher duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Assistant Teacher roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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