GSRP Paraprofessional

Alpena Public Schools is accepting applications for a Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Paraprofessional for Besser Elementary School. We offer a fantastic benefits package!

QUALIFICATIONS:  
Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field is required, or valid classroom CDA (Child Development Associate) credential within one year of acceptance.

See attached job description for additional information.

What You Will Love About Us:
As a member of the Alpena Public Schools team, imagine waking up where you vacation; no more sitting on the highway on Friday night and Sunday evening.  You can be employed in a modern community that is also traffic-free.  Purchase a home for a fraction of the cost that you would pay in metropolitan areas.  Enjoy dozens of pristine beaches, trails, rivers and forests without fighting the masses for access.  Dive shipwrecks, explore one of the most fossil-rich spots on earth, and still be close enough to enjoy a night on the town.  Our wonderful, walkable downtown features restaurants, art galleries, shops and pubs, including multiple micro-breweries and a winery.  Alpena offers so many opportunities as the recreational, cultural, economic, and historical hub of Northeast Michigan.  We serve a population of approximately 3,800 students, across 9 different school buildings, in one of the largest geographic districts in the State of Michigan.  Alpena Public Schools covers more than 600 square miles, encompassing all of Alpena County and a portion of Presque Isle County. 

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (Holidays/Sick/Personal/Bereavement)
Spring Break, Summer/Winter Vacation
Retirement/Pension Plans
Student Loan Forgiveness
AT&T School Employee Discount

Alpena Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Hours: up to 7 hours per day

BENEFITS:  
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (Holidays/Sick/Personal/Bereavement)
Spring Break, Summer/Winter Vacation
Retirement/Pension Plans
Student Loan Forgiveness
AT&T School Employee Discount

QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED is required.  Successful completion of district-provided Professional Development is required unless applicant meets the Highly Qualified standards, i.e. Associate degree, 60 semester hours of college credit, or passage of the State of Michigan approved assessment for paraprofessionals.  Patience, a genuine desire to work with children, and previous experience working with children is preferred.  All employees are required to complete a criminal history/fingerprint check.  

See attached job description for additional information.

 

Alpena Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.Position Title: Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) Paraprofessional

Department: K-12 Programs

Reports To: Building Principal

SUMMARY:  The GSRP paraprofessional is responsible for working as a team member in providing a quality educational program for preschool children by supporting the classroom teacher in planning, assessing and instructing students.  The position includes assisting the classroom teacher in maintaining required records to ensure compliance and meet licensing guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Assists the GSRP Teacher in providing a quality educational preschool program including but 

not limited to planning, implementing, and monitoring curriculum and assessment.

Collaborates with the GSRP teacher to implement lesson plans, activities, and classroom tasks.

Assists the GSRP Teacher with monitoring behavior and supporting the educational process in 

the classroom and during home visits.

Supports children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.

Collects and documents data regarding the student(s).

Supervises students in classrooms, halls, gym, playground, etc.

Participates in training and ongoing professional development.

Able to work flexible hours as needed for family involvement activities, including home visits,

 open house, etc.

Maintains confidentiality.

Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Reviews email communication regularly and responds as needed.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Follows all Board Policies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field is required, or  valid classroom CDA (Child Development Associate) credential within one year of acceptance.

Preferred: 

TS Gold experience

Experience in working with early childhood/preschool children, particularly with at-risk children.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  N/A

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:  

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to the instructional program.  Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.  Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; skill in oral and written communication.  Skills in computer use are essential.  Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk (on level and unlevel ground), sit, climb stairs and talk or hear for extended periods of time.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.  The employee must be sufficiently mobile to effectively supervise and assist with students.  The employee must be able to escort students and, after proper training, restrain students in an emergency situation.  The employee is required to be computer literate and to have the energy to deal with multiple demands.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.  Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment.  Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school, where noise level may vary.  The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff.  The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescription controlled substance use and/or abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.  

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.