Paraprofessional - Afterschool Program-Jackson

Highfields Inc; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Highfields Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students in the Reaching Higher Afterschool Program at Townsend Elementary School, Vandercook Lake, MI. The role focuses on engaging academic enrichment activities and tutoring with grades 3-6, under supervision of program staff.

The position runs Monday through Thursday, 2.5 hours per day, with flexible days to fit schedule. Candidates should have a high school diploma, demonstrate knowledge of youth, and at least two years of

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED.
• Demonstrated knowledge of youth.
• At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.
• Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.
• Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.
• Manage students in a safe and productive way.
• Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.
• Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.
• Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.
• Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.
• Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Youth experience

Mentoring

Homework support

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

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Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.00 Hourly

The Paraprofessional will effectively implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students of our Reaching Higher Afterschool Program at: Townsend Elementary School, Vandercook Lake, MI - working with students in grades 3-6.

Program runs Monday through Thursday, working 2.5 hours per day. (You would work whichever days work best for your schedule)

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• High school diploma/GED.
• Demonstrated knowledge of youth.
• At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.
• Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.
• Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.
• Manage students in a safe and productive way.
• Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.
• Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.
• Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.
• Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.
• Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements for the position are attached.