Long Term Sub - Elementary Wrap Around Lead

Sylvania; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a dedicated Long Term Substitute teacher in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to provide support in a classroom setting. This role aims to create a safe and stimulating environment for children while assisting in their learning and development.

The ideal candidate will possess experience in classroom management and be reliable, punctual, and sensitive to children's needs. Responsibilities include supervising students, supporting lesson preparation, maintaining records, and following all relevant guidelines. The position requires availability from 3-6 PM on weekdays and may include additional hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• 2 years of classroom experience preferred.
• Basic training in caring for young children.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teacher in conducting individual and group activities.
• Supervise students during various activities including lunch and recess.
• Assist with record keeping and enforcing classroom rules.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Caring for young children

Job description

Employment Status: Contracted through Edustaff (if applicable)

Long Term Substitute: August 24-December 18

JOB GOAL

To provide a safe and stimulating environment for children. Supports the lead teacher in conducting individual and group activities to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills. Prepares and/or serves children’s meals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years old
• 2 years classroom experience preferred
• Have basic training in caring for young children
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions from the director
• Be available and willing to work 3-6 PM Mon-Fri with additional hours on elementary half days or no school days

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review learning material with students, either individually or in small groups to help reinforce lessons presented by lead teachers
• Supervise students in class, during lunch hour, playtime or recess, and at special events
• Aid in teaching appropriate behavior and social skills to students
• Assist in enforcing school and classroom rules
• Assist with record keeping, such as attendance records, student progress notes and grades
• Help teachers prepare for lessons by assembling materials and equipment
• Provide personal aid and care as necessary to students, such as helping with hygiene, eating, or toileting
• Follow all licensing guidelines
• Pursue and attend professional development opportunities
• Build trusting relationships and bond with the children in your care

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is a standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. Employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.