Education Assistant (Preschool)

Canton City School District • Canton, OH

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About The Position

The Education Assistant (Preschool) works at the Early Learning Center at Schreiber for 6.5 hours per day, 191 days per year. The Step 1 hourly rate is $18.05. The assistant supports the certified teacher and the overall preschool program by helping maintain a safe environment, carrying out student activities, and assisting with classroom and clerical operations. Applicants must meet the stated Highly Qualified criteria and have a valid Educational Aide Permit or obtain one immediately upon employment with the Canton City School District.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Educational Aide Permit, or ability to obtain one immediately upon employment with the Canton City School District.
• Confidentiality.
• Sound physical and mental health.
• Honesty.
• Ability to cooperate and get along with others.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Must meet the Highly Qualified requirement by having two years of college (minimum 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours), an Associate’s Degree, or a passing Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment Exam.
• Must submit Praxis Paraprofessional Assessment Exam results or college transcripts to verify Highly Qualified status.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment.
• Attend in-service training.
• Understand and maintain the academic and behavioral standards set for students by the certified teacher.
• Assist with the overall operation of the program while students are present.
• Maintain records as directed.
• Conduct individualized and/or group activities with students as directed by the certified teacher.
• Assist with the care, maintenance, and ordering of classroom equipment and materials.
• Assist with clerical duties as assigned by the certified teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED