Preschool Teacher Assistant — Head Start & ECSE

Ann Arbor Public Schools; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Preschool (Head Start and ECSE) at the Westerman Preschool & Family Center. The role is a 1.0 FTE support position reporting to the Classroom Teacher and Building Principal.

Responsibilities include assisting in instructional activities, supporting individual and group learning, maintaining student records, and facilitating home visits to extend the program into families' homes.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree with a CDA OR Bachelor's in Early Childhood or Child Development
• Experience working with young children under five years old
• Experience with children and families of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
• Experience in the Head Start Program
• Experience working with children with special needs
• Valid Michigan driver's license and access to reliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent with 60 credits or CDA plus 30 hours or MTTC/ParaPro passing score
• Experience working with special education students
• Ability to perform academically at the level of K-8 or secondary
• ABA training desired

Responsibilities

• Assist in all instructional activities.
• Work with individual children and groups on instructional activities.
• Maintain student records.
• Plan and complete home visits to families in Head Start to extend instruction.
• Develop and reproduce instructional materials for Head Start.
• Assist with self-care needs, including toilet tasks when required.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Ann Arbor Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Preschool (Head Start and ECSE) at the Westerman Preschool & Family Center. The role is a 1.0 FTE support position reporting to the Classroom Teacher and Building Principal.

Responsibilities include assisting in instructional activities, supporting individual and group learning, maintaining student records, and facilitating home visits to extend the program into families' homes.