day, M-F

Traverse City Area Public Schools•Traverse City, MI

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The RTC/Focus Room Assistant is responsible for the supervision of students assigned to the RTC/Focus Room. They are responsible to the administrator assigned to supervise the program.

Requirements

Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma.
Previous experience working with children.
Ability to care for, supervise, and nurture children.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to assist with maintaining records of student progress.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to resolve conflict.
Dependable, reliable, and protective of sensitive/confidential information.
Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
Duties include sitting, standing, frequent walking and other physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for reaching, signaling and light lifting/carrying.
The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
Must be available to report during the school day at building assignment and throughout the school year consistent with the district’s school year calendar.
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

Previous college credit, WorkKeys certification or college degree preferred.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students and school personnel.

Responsibilities

Maintains a controlled, discipline-type atmosphere.
Develops a relationship of respect and trust with students assigned to the RTC/Focus Room.
Assists students within the scope of their knowledge with regard to homework.
Administers the rules established for the RTC/Focus Room by administrators in a firm, fair, consistent manner.
Enters data in the computer for tracking necessary statistics with regard to student discipline.
Assists students in developing a personal behavioral plan.
Gathers data from logs for statistics for the RCT/Focus Room program and submits an annual report to the Principal.
Works with students, teachers, social workers, and psychologists.
Assists with conflict resolution/problem solving.
Performs other duties as assigned.