Outdoor Learning Aide for 4th–5th Grade

Choice Schools Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA), part of Choice Schools Associates, seeks an Instructional Aide to support teachers and students in a dynamic outdoor learning environment. The role focuses on facilitating engagement, reinforcing concepts, and fostering an inclusive classroom that values hands-on, experiential learning.

As NBCA emphasizes environmental education, the aide will assist with varied instructional activities and collaborate with educators to promote academic growth and a positive

Qualifications

• Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (equal to 60 semester hours); or obtain an associate's degree (or higher); or meet a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment or successfully pass the ETS Parapro Assessment
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in, instructing reading, writing and mathematics; or
• Knowledge of and the ability to assist in, instructing reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Helps the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instructs students under supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assists the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques, including questioning, clarity of assignments, and fostering mutual respect and independent thought in groups.
• Works cooperatively with parents and guardians to build confidence in the classroom teacher.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with others.
• Displays personal qualities reflecting positively on the individual, the group and the Academy.
• Carries out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Classroom management

Communication with students/guardians

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Associate degree or higher

Two years of college coursework (60 semester hours)

State/local assessment or Parapro requirement

Job description

New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA), part of Choice Schools Associates, seeks an Instructional Aide to support teachers and students in a dynamic outdoor learning environment. The role focuses on facilitating engagement, reinforcing concepts, and fostering an inclusive classroom that values hands-on, experiential learning.

As NBCA emphasizes environmental education, the aide will assist with varied instructional activities and collaborate with educators to promote academic growth and a positive