Preschool Assistant

JobID: 19463 Position Type: Community Services/Preschool Aide Date Posted: 10/26/2023 Location: Districtwide Date Available: As Mutually Agreed Upon Closing Date: Until Filled District: East Grand Rapids Public Schools - website PRESCHOOL ASSISTANT - WOODCLIFF Requirements & Qualifications: Experience working with young children Ability to comply with state licensing rules for child care centers (LARA) Ability to use positive behavior support with preschool students Ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders, including staff, students and families Willingness and commitment to equity, social justice, and inclusion in all practices Ability to perform a large range of motion, including standing for long periods of time, sitting on the floor, climbing, lifting weight (15 to 50 pounds), kneeling, or crouching Ability to assist in planning and implementing day-to-day classroom activities and lessons Ability to work effectively in a noisy environment Ability to maintain a harmonious work environment and a positive team relationship in the child care classroom Ability to maintain confidentiality while performing the duties of a child care assistant Excellent attendance record and punctuality Ability to maintain group ratio limit throughout all daily activities Ability to foster children’s education and growth Ability to diligently supervise children both inside the school and outside on the playground Knowledge to be responsible for accurate record keeping and documentation of attendance and any accidents/ incidents Willingness to maintain the cleanliness of the facility Willingness to assist with any other duties that may be assigned to the employee by the Director or Lead Teacher Minimum of 18 years of age Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid or willingness to become certified High School diploma (with college level coursework in education/childcare preferred) Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 hours per day Location: James E.
Morse Administration Center at Woodcliff Rate: Pay rate steps to accommodate education/experience Employer: Education Staffing Solutions Start Date: As soon as possible Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: https://www.
applitrack.
com/kent/onlineapp Deadline: Until Filled