Outdoor Learning Advocate: 6th Grade Instructional Aide

Choice Schools Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

New Branches Charter Academy, part of the Choice Schools Associates family, is seeking a 6th Grade Instructional Aide in Grand Rapids, MI. The role provides dedicated support to teachers and students with instructional activities and helps create an inclusive, engaging learning environment focused on environmental/outdoor learning.

Candidates should have two years of college (60 semester hours) or an associate degree or pass the Parapro Assessment.

Qualifications

• Complete at least two years of higher education (60 semester hours) or obtain an associate’s degree or pass the Parapro Assessment.
• Knowledge of and ability to assist in reading, writing and mathematics; or reading and readiness instruction as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians professionally.
• Excellent verbal and written expression with proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Help the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Maintain individual student records when asked.
• Keep the classroom neat, clean and orderly to support learning.
• Use resources to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrate effective classroom techniques and foster a respectful environment.
• Work cooperatively with parents to build guardians’ confidence in the teacher.
• Guide children to work and play harmoniously with others.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the principal and Choice Schools Associates.

Skills

Outdoor learning adaptability

Belief in potential of all students

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

60 semester hours or associate degree

Reading/writing & mathematics instruction knowledge

Michigan Parapro Assessment knowledge

Job description

New Branches Charter Academy, part of the Choice Schools Associates family, is seeking a 6th Grade Instructional Aide in Grand Rapids, MI. The role provides dedicated support to teachers and students with instructional activities and helps create an inclusive, engaging learning environment focused on environmental/outdoor learning.

Candidates should have two years of college (60 semester hours) or an associate degree or pass the Parapro Assessment.