Pre-K Instructional Assistant/Floating Classroom Support

South Bend Community School • South Bend, IN

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About The Position

The Pre-K Instructional Assistant/Floating Classroom Support plays a crucial role in supporting the educational environment for Pre-K students. This position involves filling in for absent licensed Pre-K teachers or Instructional Assistants and assisting in classrooms as assigned by the Pre-K Principal. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, collaboration with co-teachers, and the ability to interpret and implement prepared lessons effectively. The assistant will monitor students during various times, assist in classroom instruction, and maintain confidentiality of student information.

Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing in school readiness, positive behavior interventions, and appropriate redirections for Pre-K students.
• Willingness to participate in pre and ongoing training programs.

Nice To Haves

• Completed High Scope training.
• Additional early-childhood training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor students during arrival, recess, and dismissal times.
• Assist in classroom instruction under the general education guidelines under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assist students in following classroom schedule.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Follow all employee practices listed in the Paraprofessional Employee Agreement.
• Work in close physical proximity of the classroom teacher.
• Follow the teacher's plan and help evaluate the achievement of students with whom the instructional assistant works.
• Support classroom instruction and student learning as directed by the lead teacher in the classroom.
• Maintain established routines and procedures of the school, classroom, and position to which assigned.
• Follow lesson plans and directions with the support of Pre-K staff in the classroom.
• Perform all extra duties for the absent employee as required by the building principal.
• Assist students as needed to achieve learning goals.
• Use positive reinforcement.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of effective instruction elements to assist teaching and learning.
• Collect data for differentiated learning, student selection, and evaluation as requested.
• Maintain adequate records on student work and work cooperatively with student services staff members and/or outside agencies as required.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by the principal or Pre-K principal.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Exhibit professional appearance and behavior to serve as a role model for students.

Benefits

• Eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED