K-2 ASSISTANT & SUBSTITUTE

Detroit Prep; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Prep in Detroit, MI seeks a K-2 Assistant and Substitute to partner with kindergarten through 2nd grade teachers. The role runs 7:45am–4:00pm and covers clerical tasks, behavior support, and academic interventions, with substitution coverage when lead teachers are absent.

You will collaborate with the Director of Primary and elementary leaders to help create an equitable, student-centered learning environment.

Qualifications

• Dedication to our mission: A steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography.
• Determination: A willingness to make things happen and a sense of urgency around educational equity for all students.
• Strong communication: The ability to communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Team player: A desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues.
• Growth mindset: An ability to receive frequent feedback with humility and a strong desire to grow and develop as an educator.
• Reflective attitude: An ability to constantly reflect on student data as well as personal areas of strength and growth.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work in an ever-changing field and face challenges with a positive attitude
• Professional integrity: A personal alignment with the values and ethical standards of DAA and DP

Responsibilities

• Assist lead teachers with clerical tasks and classroom preparation.
• Provide behavior support and assist with academic interventions.
• Perform operational duties to support school routines and logistics.
• Provide substitute teaching coverage when lead teachers are absent.
• Take direction from classroom teachers, the Director of Primary, and Head of School as needs arise.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Growth mindset

Flexibility

Integrity

Job description

Company Description

Detroit Prep is a public primary and secondary school located at 8411 Sylvester St in the Detroit Metropolitan Area, committed to providing a world-class education for every child in Detroit. Founded in 2016, the school is built on a holistic model that emphasizes deep learning through interdisciplinary, real-world "Expeditions." Detroit Prep prioritizes character development, encouraging compassion, integrity, and responsibility through daily crew meetings and restorative practices. The campus serves as a hub for community partnership, equity, and student-led initiatives. Team members join a collaborative "crew," working together to redefine what is possible in public education in Detroit.

Role Description

This position involves working primarily with kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade classroom teachers and students, the Director of Primary, Director of Elementary, Head of School, and Office & Operations Managers. The hours of this position are from 7:45am to 4:00pm. This position will provide support to

academic lead teachers with clerical tasks, behavior support, academic interventions, various operational duties, and substitute teaching coverage when lead teachers are absent. There may be additional responsibilities assigned by the classroom teachers, the Director of Primary or the Head of School as the needs of students and of the school arise. The K-2 Assistant and Substitute will report to the Director of Primary.

Qualifications

• Dedication to our mission: A steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest levels, regardless of demography.
• Determination: A willingness to make things happen and a sense of urgency around educational equity for all students.
• Strong communication: The ability to communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Team player: A desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues.
• Growth mindset: An ability to receive frequent feedback with humility and a strong desire to grow and develop as an educator.
• Reflective attitude: An ability to constantly reflect on student data as well as personal areas of strength and growth.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work in an ever-changing field and face challenges with a positive attitude
• Professional integrity: A personal alignment with the values and ethical standards of DAA and DP