Instructional Aide - Reading

Choice Schools • Norton Shores, MI

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About The Position

At Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change (MMAEC), we do education differently! Learning may begin in the classroom, but our students move from desks to dirt, planting seeds in soil, and tending to our gardens. Science and nature guide children at MMAEC to experience learning. We implement the Montessori Method to allow each child to empower and educate themselves to understand their own learning patterns. MMAEC knows that teachers are the heart of the school and are surrounded by a support system that is committed to the success of every child. As the Instructional Aide, your core responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Helps the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials. Instructs students under supervision of the classroom teacher. Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked. Assists the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning. Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community. Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression and student and classroom teacher experiences in large and small groups. Works cooperatively with parents' and generates guardians' confidence in the classroom teacher. Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children. Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the Academy. Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates. JOB GOAL To provide students with a first class learning experience, contributing to their development as responsible citizens and leaders in their communities.

Requirements

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or obtain an associate's degree (or higher); or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment or successfully pass the ETS Parapro Assessment
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics; or Knowledge of and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or valid state of Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Knowledge of and skills working with at-risk students.
• Experience in an educational setting with school-age children.

Responsibilities

• Helps the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instructs students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assists the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, which include the art of questioning, clarity of assignments, communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect, independent thought and expression and student and classroom teacher experiences in large and small groups.
• Works cooperatively with parents' and generates guardians' confidence in the classroom teacher.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the Academy.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

Benefits

• 401K Option
• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree