Nurturing Child Care Substitute for Safe Learning & Growth

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support teachers in delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. The role emphasizes nurturing relationships, clear communication with students and guardians, and helping each child meet academic and social goals.

You will help maintain a clean, well-organized learning space, assist with materials and displays, and model responsible citizenship.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age with a work permit.
• Must meet all requirements established by the DLARA’s BCHS.
• Ability to walk, lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, reach and kneel.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned age appropriate activities for developmental growth.
• Assist in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Collects and displays suitable materials for bulletin boards and other educational displays.
• Use resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Works cooperatively with guardians.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Monitors children for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair and consistent practices, respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.
• Shares responsibility for marketing the Academy in the community.
• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the Academy.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.
• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support teachers in delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. The role emphasizes nurturing relationships, clear communication with students and guardians, and helping each child meet academic and social goals.

You will help maintain a clean, well-organized learning space, assist with materials and displays, and model responsible citizenship.