VCA Support Staff (CSLP FWS)

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon University (GCU) partners with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for community residents. This position is a partnership with Victory Schools, located at 3535 N. 63rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85033, which empowers K-12 students, including those with autism, by ensuring they receive equitable educational opportunities. The CSLP student worker's schedule depends on Victory Schools' hours and needs, with a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year. This role is approved as Community Service (CSLP) and Federal Work-Study (FWS), meaning services are offered to non-GCU community members. Applicants must complete the FAFSA to be considered for FWS eligibility.

Requirements

Applicants should be education or special education majors.
Possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
Must have reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Previous Mentoring a plus.
Ability to speak a second language a plus.

Responsibilities

Works with students individually or in groups on special projects or assignments including spelling, reading, mathematics, comprehension levels and memorization of emergency information.
Demonstrates skills and techniques in order to aid in student learning.
Monitors student behavior and enforces school and classroom standards and policies.
Monitors students and ensures safety on the playground and the cafeteria area before school, during breakfast and lunch, and during recess.
Reports any unusual incidents or injury to school administration.
Accompanies students from classrooms to other areas including the library, playground, and cafeteria and to buses to ensure orderly behavior.
Maintains discipline by monitoring student behavior and taking the appropriate action including determining when to give a warning and when a formal notice should be written.
Prepares incident documents including disciplinary actions and documentation for unusual incidents.
Monitors student progress in reading and/or mathematics.
Copies and prepares educational materials as needed.
Prepares classrooms for activities including setting up tables and chairs and handing out materials.
Performs clean up after activities including picking up toys and trash, washing tables and chairs and rearranging furniture.
Communicates with parents regarding progress and concerns including improvements in specific academic areas, truancy, and behavioral problems.
Interprets communications between teachers and parents when necessary.
Assists teachers in planning and coordinating lesson plans by sharing ideas and providing feedback from the students.