Classroom Assistant for Developmental Kindergarten

Hours: 8:20 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Effective Date: Immediate

Job Summary:
The DK Classroom Assistant will support the developmental kindergarten (DK) classrooms in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for young children. This role involves assisting with daily classroom activities, promoting positive behavior, and fostering the social and emotional development of students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in all DK classrooms to assist teachers in implementing lesson plans and educational activities.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, playtime, and during snack time.
• Support individual students or small groups in their learning and development.
• Help maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
• Prepare materials and resources for lessons and activities.
• Encourage positive social interactions among students and promote teamwork.
• Assist in the assessment of student progress.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff regarding student needs and progress.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Qualifications:

• 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 a passing score of 460 on the ETS Paraprofessional Assessment; or have College Board's SAT score of at least 480 on evidence-based reading and writing and a 530 on math.
• Experience working with young children in an educational setting is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Basic knowledge of child development principles.

Additional Information:

• This position follows the Davison Community Schools calendar.

Salary: $12.51 per hour - $16.57 per hour, commensurate with experience (per the Davison Paraprofessional Association Master Agreement)

Direct Supervisor: Building Principal

Application Procedure: Apply online at http://www.davisonschools.org - In addition to applying online, internal applicants are required to provide a letter of intent and resume to the Direct Supervisor identified on this posting.
The district reserves the right to select the person it believes will be the most successful in this position and will be the greatest benefit to the school(s).

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The person designated to handle any questions and/or complaints concerning the non-discrimination policy of Davison Community Schools is Director of Human Resources and Operations Christine Kuzinski, 1490 N Oak Rd, Davison, MI 48423 - (810-591-0808).