Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Jackson

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Paraprofessional will effectively implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students of our Reaching Higher Summer & Afterschool Program at:

1. East Jackson Elementary School, Jackson, MI 49201 - Working with students in Grades 3-5
2. Hunt Elementary School, Jackson, MI 49201 (by Home Depot) - Working with students in Grades 3-5
3. Townsend Elementary School, Jackson (Vandercook Lake), MI 49203- Working with students in Grades 3-6

• Program runs Monday through Thursday, working 2.5 hours per day. (You would work whichever days work best for your schedule)

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

· High school diploma/GED.

· Demonstrated knowledge of youth.

· At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.

· Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

· Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.

· Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.

· Manage students in a safe and productive way.

· Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.

· Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.

· Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.

· Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.

· Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.

· Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements for the position are attached.