Program Assistant- ECSE Public Preschool Centralized location

Young World Physical Education; Lawrence (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Program Assistant for the ECSE Public Preschool. The role involves supporting students with diverse needs and assisting teachers in daily operations. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma and preferred experience as a program assistant. Essential skills include effective communication and the ability to adjust materials based on student needs. This position fosters a supportive educational environment where independence is developed. The posting is open until filled.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Previous experience as a program assistant is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Great Start Readiness Program is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with teachers to implement student programming.
• Assist in planning and implementing daily instructional plans.
• Monitor and respond to student behavior.
• Monitor and effectively respond to student behavior.
• Assist in evaluating and monitoring student progress.
• Assist students with personal needs (toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Attend all meetings and recommended training programs and professional development.
• Promote acceptance of individuals with disabilities in local schools and community.
• Demonstrate ethical handling of confidential student and parent information.
• Follow school policies and procedures of all local school districts.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the program supervisor.

Skills

Ability to work with students with a variety of needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to implement consistent child management skills

Ability to adjust/modify curriculum

Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with staff

Travel to support other classroom sites

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree or 60 semester hours

Job description

Program Assistant – ECSE Public Preschool (Centralized Location)

Van Buren Intermediate School District – Special Services – Lawrence, Michigan

Job Details

Job ID: 4893830
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 21, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Goal(s): The job goals of the Early Childhood Special Education Program Assistant are to reinforce instruction provided by teachers and related service staff in the preschool setting, to provide supportive assistance to identified students with demonstrated need and to assist with the day-to-day operations of the classroom which foster all student’s skill development and independence.

Location of Work: Special Services / Off Site – will vary based on student need.
701 South Paw Paw Street
Lawrence, MI 49064

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• Associate’s degree or completion of two years’ college (60 semester hours) is preferred

Additional Training:

• Training and experience in HighScope Preschool Curriculum
• Training and experience in COR Advantage
• CPR and First Aid certification
• CPI certification

Work Experience: Previous experience as a program assistant is preferred. Preference for candidates with knowledge of the Great Start Readiness Program and/or experience working with individuals with special needs services.

Skills / Requirements:

• Ability to work with students with a variety of needs (language, comprehension, daily living skills, social‑emotional and early learning skills).
• Ability to implement consistent child management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to adjust/modify curriculum and materials to fit specific student needs in collaboration with the classroom team.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with staff and school personnel.
• Travel to support other classroom sites as requested by supervisor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work cooperatively with supervising teachers and related service providers to implement student programming.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and implementing daily instructional plans that address student needs under guidance of the classroom team.
• Demonstrate effective instructional behaviors.
• Monitor and effectively respond to student behavior.
• Assist in evaluating and monitoring student progress.
• Assist students with personal needs (toileting, dressing, etc.).
• Attend all meetings and recommended training programs and professional development.
• Promote acceptance of individuals with disabilities in local schools and community.
• Demonstrate ethical handling of confidential student and parent information.
• Follow school policies and procedures of all local school districts.
• Adhere to Van Buren ISD policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned responsibilities within agreed timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the program supervisor.

Terms of Employment: As per master agreement and provisions established by the Van Buren Board of Education.

Position Type: Regular

Position is open until filled.

In‑house staff must fill out the online internal application.

This posting and our online application can be found on the Van Buren ISD’s website at www.vbisd.org under Employment. If you do not have access to a computer with internet access, you may use a computer at VBISD by calling 269‑539‑5218.

Contact Information

• Van Buren HR
• 490 South Paw Paw St.
• Lawrence, Michigan 49064
• Phone: 269‑674‑8091
• Email: [e-mail]