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GSRP Assistant Teacher
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$34,268 / year median in Michigan
+3% projected growth
Job Description
GSRP Assistant Teacher Early Impressions Southfield, MI Job Details Full-time $16 - $20 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Professional development assistance Qualifications CPR Certification First Aid Certification Working with students Associate's degree Child Development Associate Certification Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced, compassionate, and qualified GSRP Assistant Teacher . This position is staffed with 4-5 year olds in a GSRP classroom. Meeting state standards for program components and care, classroom cleaning, playing, reading stories, participating in crafts, caring for children's needs, and working with the lead teacher include some of the daily duties. You will be joining a successful team of educational leaders that share the common goal of setting a foundation for a developmentally appropriate academic environment. Applicants must have patience and a great love for children. Our goal is to select a candidate with the primary objective of contributing to the academic, social, and emotional development of our students. Organization, patience, and creativity are requirements as this is the first school experience for many of our little learners. Responsibilities Creatively implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and learning standards. Utilize a variety of educational techniques. Maintain a daily schedule with classroom management strategies. Observe students to help them improve their social skills and build self-esteem. Plan and execute individual and group age-appropriate activities that engage children and encourage social, cognitive, and emotional growth. Provide appropriate supervision. Provide basic needs and assistance with potty training as needed. Track children's progress and identify age-appropriate milestones. Professionally communicate with parents and staff. Collaborate with other educators. Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards. Requirements Associate's Degree or CDA in preschool/pre-K completed or in process of completion. 18 years of age or older is required. Ability to work from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm Minimum of 2 years of professional child care preferred. Passing a fingerprint background check is required. Experience in GSRP is a plus. Infant/Child CRP and First Aid Certification Preferred. Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms. Enthusiastic, friendly, and reliable attendance.