Teacher Assistant- GSRP/Early Headstart

Department: Instructional Support Staff

Location: Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 / hour

Description

Position Title: Teacher Assistant- GSRP/Early Headstart
Funding Source: General Fund
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
• Past experience working with pre-school or school age youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, families and staff.
• Required to 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 Teacher Assistant provides in-classroom assistance to both students and the Lead Teacher to help facilitate a positive learning environment. The Teacher Assistant 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.

Terms of Employment: Part-Time, 35 hours/week. Salary shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.

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 or associate teacher
• Encourage and support children’s participation in classroom activities
• Support the lead and associate 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.
• Assist with following all protocols for diapering, feeding, safe sleep, and active supervision in accordance with licensing and Early Head Start standards.
• 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 of Education (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.