Instructional Aide - English Language Learners

Instructional Aide - English Language Learners

Join the Instructional Aide - English Language Learners role at Choice Schools Associates, working at New Branches Charter Academy in Grand Rapids, MI.

About Us: New Branches Charter Academy (NBCA) is a destination school located on a 12-acre campus dedicated to environmental education and student success. Our mission is to provide a positive academic and social learning environment for all students.

• A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation, incorporating hands‑on activities, experiential learning, and interactive teaching methods.
• An unwavering belief that all children, regardless of background, can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in pursuit of student excellence.
• Strong interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, and promoting a harmonious learning environment.

• Help the classroom teacher prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under the supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining individual student records when requested.
• Assist the classroom teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean, and orderly to provide conducive learning spaces.
• Use available resources to support learning activities in the classroom, academy, and community.
• Demonstrate exceptional classroom techniques, including effective questioning, clear assignments, and an atmosphere of mutual respect and independent thought.
• Collaborate with parents and guardians, generating confidence in the classroom teacher.
• Guide children in working and playing harmoniously with peers.
• Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the academy.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the principal and/or Choice Schools Associates.

• 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 ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or knowledge of and 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.

• Bachelor’s degree or valid state of Michigan teaching certificate.
• Knowledge of and skills working with at‑risk students.
• Experience in an educational setting with school‑age children.

3662 Poinsettia Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, a 401(K) plan, professional development, and more.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.