GSRP Preschool Assistant​/Paraprofessional

GSRP Preschool Assistant/Paraprofessional

Title:

GSRP Preschool Assistant/Paraprofessional

Reports to:

Early Childhood/Tuition-Based Program Supervisor
Job Function:
Responsible for working closely with the lead preschool teacher to support the academic, emotional, and overall welfare of the preschool-aged student and the classroom.

• Work as a team member in providing a quality educational preschool program
• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring curriculum and assessment
• Assist in establishing parent involvement activities
• Assist in home visits
• Assist in all daily operations of the program
• Work with individual and small groups of students
• Assist children with personal health care needs
• Work collaboratively and communicate with the classroom teacher to implement lesson plans, activities, and classroom tasks
• Assist the teacher with monitoring behavior and supporting the educational process in the classroom
• Observe students’ performance and record relevant data to assess progress
• Collect and document data regarding the student(s)
• Maintain accurate and complete student records
• Participate in training and ongoing professional development
• Able to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits, recruitment events, and open house
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Required - Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or the equivalent; or a valid preschool classroom CDA credential.
• Ability to be self-directed and take initiative when given a variety of tasks and responsibilities.
• Familiarity with research-based preschool curricula, screening, and assessment tools, as well as the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS).
• Ability to work well with diverse families.
• Work effectively, make decisions, and problem-solve collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and teachers.
• Have current certification in infant, child, and adult CPR and first aid, or be willing to obtain it.
• Complete 24 clock hours of annual training in professional development.

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type:
Full-Time

Starting Date:
Immediately