Kindergarten Assistant: Classroom Support & Activities

Cherry Knoll Elementary School; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Knoll Elementary School is seeking a Junior Kindergarten Assistant to support classroom activities for 6.5 hours per day during the school year. The role assists with student supervision, learning activities, and instructional materials under the guidance of the teacher.

The position requires a high school diploma and prior experience with children, along with strong organizational and confidential information handling skills. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills to work with students and staff.
• Experience handling children in an educational setting.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational abilities.
• Dependability and confidentiality with student information.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in reinforcing lessons for individuals or small groups.
• Support with learning activities, drills, reading aloud, and using instructional materials.
• Supervise students during transitions and activities.
• Help prepare and display instructional materials and displays.
• Assist with notebook checks, grading, and testing as assigned.
• Maintain ethical handling of student information and communicate with teachers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with children

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Reliability

Discretion/ confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cherry Knoll Elementary School is seeking a Junior Kindergarten Assistant to support classroom activities for 6.5 hours per day during the school year. The role assists with student supervision, learning activities, and instructional materials under the guidance of the teacher.

The position requires a high school diploma and prior experience with children, along with strong organizational and confidential information handling skills. Background checks are required.