Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.
CHILDREN’S HOUSE PARAPROFESSIONAL - MONTESSORI
Department: Instruction
Bargaining Unit: Grand Rapids Public Schools Paraprofessional Association (GRPSPA)
Hourly Rate: According to the collective bargaining agreement
JOB SUMMARY
The Montessori Children’s House Paraprofessional is responsible for working as an instructional team member in providing world-class educational activities for a multi-age group classroom of three-, four-, and five-year-old children. This position is responsible for certain non-instructional and concept/skill reinforcement tasks and providing children the opportunity for additional professional adult/student relationships.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Actively participate in school building activities, meetings (including IEPs), parent conferences, staffing, training, as determined by the building administration or the assigned certified teacher
Present lessons to individual children or small groups, assisting in all introductions of information and concepts, selection, and preparation of materials, consistently messaging behavior expectations as set by the certified teacher
Assist with loading and unloading of children from the buses
Inform the certified teacher of any specific needs or concerns regarding children
Carry out the suggestions as communicated by the teacher, admin, or KISD ECS
When needed, assist with the medical needs of students
Assist with the grooming needs of students’ self-care
Assist in preparing displays of student learning
Secure, set up and operate classrooms technology and hands-on teaching materials and equipment
Perform clerical tasks such as taking attendance, documenting student learning, filling out payroll forms, etc.
Assist teacher in maintaining an orderly, clean and organized classroom physical environment
Assist teacher in maintaining a positive classroom climate using GRPS Pre-K PBIS expectations
Supervise children during daily outdoor activities to meet childcare licensing requirements
Interact with co-workers, administration, children, and parents in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Must have one of the following educational requirements:
An associate degree (AA) in early childhood education or child development or an associate degree in early childhood education or child development within three years. Those with coursework toward qualifications may be considered if the applicant is willing to sign a compliance plan stating they will continue to work toward the proper credentials.
Preferred Qualification:
Experience working with students with disabilities
Special Qualifications:
Must pass any health requirements of the position including obtaining a physical that ensures ability to perform duties of Pre-K with negative TB results (licensing requirement)
Valid CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to acquire within 6 months of hire
Ability to actively participate in 16 hours of on-going training yearly to meet childcare licensing regulations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to interact with children, parents, staff, and community in a contractual and courteous manner
Experience working with children
Demonstrated good attendance and punctuality
Demonstrated respect for the confidentiality requirements of information
Good communication skills (written and verbal) and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of the team in a diverse school environment
ADA REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust/focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work is performed indoors although there will be required outdoor activities. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate.
Non-Discrimination
The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran, or military status.
Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations: Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at (616) 819-2022 or humanresources@grps.org.
Primary Location North Park Montessori School (PreK-8)
Salary Range $17.00 / Per Hour
Shift Type Full-Time