What an Educational Assistant Is
What is the primary role of an Educational Assistant (EA)?
EAs support students with exceptional needs through individualized assistance.
What is one major responsibility of an EA?
Tracking student performance and sharing observations with teachers.
Why are boundaries important?
Because EAs are not the student’s parent and must maintain professional roles.
What are some behaviors EAs help identify?
Engagement, distraction, curiosity, cooperation, emotional responses, independence, and social skills.
What does a typical best‑practice EA day look like?
Greeting students, providing help, supporting during recess/lunch, 1:1 support, and end‑of‑day reflection.
How do EAs support teachers?
They help maintain smooth classroom operations and provide additional student support.
How do EAs support classroom instruction?
By helping implement lessons and behavior plans designed by the teacher.
What is one strategy for maintaining boundaries?
: Clear, firm communication with students.
Why is identifying behaviors important?
It helps support students proactively and tailor interventions.
Why is the EA–teacher partnership critical?
They work closely together and need strong collaboration for student success.
Why are EAs important in inclusive classrooms?
They help adapt lessons to diverse learning styles, boosting student confidence and success.
How do EAs help students engage in activities?
They assist students in participating fully in learning tasks.
What does DADLESS stand for in building positive relationships?
Demonstrate respect, Establish trust, Learn about each child, Be authentic, Acknowledge efforts, Offer feedback, Rapture & repair.
What is one strategy for dealing with behavior?
Setting clear expectations for students.
What improves this partnership?
Clear roles, open communication, and mutual respect.
Do EAs work only with one student?
While often assigned to specific students, they support the whole classroom environment as needed.
Do EAs assist with assignments?
Yes, they help students with lessons, assignments, and demonstrations. [The Role o...Assistant | PowerPoint]
Why is authenticity important?
Students respond better when adults are genuine and consistent.
Why is consistency important in behavior management?
Fair, consistent consequences promote stability and predictability.
What is one benefit of a strong EA/teacher partnership?
Improved student outcomes.
How do EAs contribute to student learning?
By providing one‑on‑one support and reinforcing lesson content.
How do EAs support inclusion?
By helping students participate in both classroom and school‑wide environments.
What routine supports relationship building?
A consistent greeting routine.
Why involve parents?
Parent involvement supports continuity between home and school.
What other benefits exist?
Reduced teacher stress, better classroom management, and increased job satisfaction.