DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain focus on the developmental needs of our youngest learners and utilize best practices grounded in research regarding how these students learn best. • Assist teacher in execution of lesson plans designed to promote best practices for our youngest learners • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction • Support non-academic needs through the student support network district system in order to remove barriers that may interfere with academic success • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and utilize information gleaned to adjust teaching strategies • Assist in the maintenance of accurate and complete records of student progress and development, updating as required by law, district policy, and school regulations • Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs • Abide by and maintain compliance with all requirements of LARA (Licensing and Regulatory Affairs) ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: • The ability to prioritize student learning needs over obstacles and barriers that can stand in the way of necessary change • The strong desire to achieve outstanding results in a short amount of time • The strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students • The skill and willingness to leverage student support systems to ensure that the social, emotional, nutritional, and health needs of ALL students are addressed • The capacity to respond to the individual academic and non-academic needs of students • The ability to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches, and administrators for instructional support in a constant quest to deliver the vision of high quality early childhood instruction. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Required: - High School Diploma - CDA Preferred Interested applicants should submit an application online and attach materials including a resume and cover letter at wilsona@benzieschools.net or apply at https://northwested.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx SALARY RANGE: $15.00 per hour BENEFITS: Medical / Dental / Vision A