Benefits:

Bi-weekly living stipend - $1,157.89 Segal Education Award - up to $5,176.50 Professional development through monthly training Loan forbearance and interest accrual payments for qualified student loans May fulfill student teaching requirements (eligible to students enrolled in teacher prep program) Health Insurance for eligible candidates Employee Assistance Program ABLE Early Childhood, an AmeriCorps program, supports school readiness skills. The member will serve full-time in a K indergarten - 2nd grade classroom at Niagara Charter School. Members serve under the guidance of lead teachers and are coached/mentored through daily hands-on service learning.

Position Summary:

The Classroom Support Specialist will serve full-time as an AmeriCorps member to uphold the mission and vision of the ABLE program and REACH Academy Charter School. The mentor will be responsible for assisting in a classroom with lesson plan preparations, building strong relationships with students and families, supporting strong classroom management, using data to drive instruction, and actively collaborating with lead and assistant teachers.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Submit weekly intervention data Support classroom logistical needs i.e., preparing classroom resources and materials Supervision support during breakfast, lunch, recess, and snack Participate in schoolwide cultural events and celebrations Adhere to AmeriCorps and school regulations, policies, and procedures. Invest in school-wide systems and structures that maximize student learning. Reinforce a disciplined culture of high academic and behavioral standards through strong classroom management Provide students with frequent and accurate behavioral feedback Serve professionally with the assigned Lead Teacher and support teachers Assist with differentiated instruction/Small Group Pull-Outs Be flexible and have strong communication skills Communicate frequently with families Other classroom and school duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Frequent significant decision and problem-solving abilities. Unwaveringly high expectations for all students, with the belief that every child should have access to a college education Commitment to upholding and executing the school's mission and educational model Experience working with students in an urban setting, or a passion to pursue this work Demonstrated ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with diverse audiences including students, staff members, families, and community member

Requirements:

Preference for individuals who reflect the backgrounds of the students served Must be a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident alien Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply Other initiatives: Participate in occasional physical service projects Engage in service opportunities coordinated by the NY AmeriCorps State Commission with approval from the ABLE and school staff To apply, please visit: https://forms.gle/GfWvF4SoYNsdyMJP7

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$578.94 per week

Benefits:

Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person