Young Fives Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Young Fives Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a highly qualified Young Fives Kindergarten Paraprofessional who is responsible for a variety of duties in supporting student needs in the classroom. The Young Fives Kindergarten Paraprofessional works closely with the classroom teacher and other professional staff to assist in a multitude of activities to ensure student achievement.

Major functions and responsibilities include exhibiting a commitment to the District's Shared Vision and Collective Commitments, creating a welcoming and positive classroom culture and climate, working collaboratively and in close cooperation with the Young 5's teacher, providing effective group and individualized instructional support based on the elements of effective early childhood instruction, using appropriate motivational and classroom/behavior management for the age and skill ability level of the students, implementing daily activities consistent with an understanding of the developmental needs of the students, utilizing patience, excellent professional judgment and flexibility in dealing with students, and performing other duties as assigned.