GSRP Associate Teacher, Detroit

GSRP Associate Teacher

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GSRP Associate Teacher

Department: Instructional Support Staff

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences

Reporting To: Principal

Compensation: $19.60 / hour

Description

Position Title: PreSchool Associate Teacher

Funding Source: General Fund
Employment Type: Hourly, 35 hours/week, 10-month (School Year Calendar)

Reports to: This position reports to and is evaluated by the School Principal

Qualifications:

Possess and provide evidence of High School Diploma or GED certification; and 60 credit hours from an accredited institution; or passing scores on the Work Keys basic skills or Paraprofessional assessment tests.
Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or Associate Degree in Early Childhood/Preschool Education or Child Development; or at least (2) college credits in Child Development along with a plan of work to complete the course requirements to earn an Associate or a CDA within two years.
Past experience working with pre-school or school age youth.
Demonstrated ability to work well with students, families and staff.
Obtain 24 hours of Professional Development per school year including but not limited to: CPR/First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogen, Food Safety, Diversity and Licensing as appropriate

Position Description: The PreSchool Associate Teacher provides in-classroom assistance to both students and the Lead Teacher to help facilitate a positive learning environment. The Associate Teacher collaborates with families and other staff members to ensure academic success of students.

Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects; Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated by the School Principal in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Greet and welcome children into the learning environment daily; assist children with coats/boots/backpacks during arrival and dismissal
Assist with set up and organization of classroom materials for instruction
Prepare materials and assist in classroom instruction under direction of the lead teacher
Encourage and support children's participation in classroom activities
Support the lead teacher in completion of paperwork and forms
Assist and accompany the lead teacher on home visits, field trips, and any other out of the classroom learning opportunities
Participate in conferences with families
Maintain positive, proactive communication with families on a regular basis.
Assist with classroom upkeep and management
Work with small groups of students or individuals throughout daily schedule under the supervision/direction of the lead teacher
Assist with and participate in meal service and clean up
Record anecdotal notes on students daily and assist teacher with data entry
Support the maintenance of a classroom environment that is safe, sanitary, supportive, inclusive, conducive to learning and developmentally appropriate for learners.
Supervise children's indoor and outdoor playtime
Attend in-service training, activities, and professional development related to your job description as directed
Work with school leaders and/or instructional coaches to identify and work towards professional growth goals
Follow and adhere to the procedures and guidelines of the Early Childhood Department, State of Michigan Licensing (LARA), Wayne County RESA, GSRP, and Michigan Department ofEducation (MDE)
Exhibit professionalism, leadership, and personal responsibility for daily work and attendance, personal appearance, student learning, and school success
Demonstrate collegial behavior and make positive contributions to the school community
Follow all established district policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Principal, and Administration.

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Location:: Detroit
Job Type:: PartTime

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