Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant: Beginning 24/25 SY, Parker, Colorado - Bayou Gulch Campus

Description

Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant: Beginning 24/25 SY, Parker, Colorado - Bayou Gulch Campus

OUR MISSION

Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated, allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

CORE VALUES

Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence:

CAUTION: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff, and guest.

CIVILITY: Every scholar, family, and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.

COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.

CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training are in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values, and virtues, and providing scholars with an environment of engaged learning.

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to: Classroom Teacher and under the site supervision of the Pre-Kindergarten Program Supervisor.

Responsible for supporting teachers in instructing scholars using the classical model of learning combined with data-driven decision-making. Will support the teacher with the differentiation of needs and behaviors within one classroom.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• CBI Fingerprint Clearance / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• Valid Food handlers card
• Current TB test (completed within the last 6 months)
• A willingness and desire to learn the Classical model of education.
• A willingness to better understand Miss Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact the community, parents, scholars, administration, instructional staff, and office support staff.
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in classical education.
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, and vendors and build relationships.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.
• Assistants must have the following in order to be in a classroom: 
• ECE 101 and 103 OR ECE 101 and 9 months (840 hours) of experience in a classroom.  
• Abuse and Neglect training. 
• FEMA disaster preparedness training
• First Aid/CPR
• OSHA-approved Standard Precautions
• Introduction to Early Intervention and Special Education Programs
• Impact of Bias on Early Education

Essential Functions and Areas of Responsibility:

• Support the learning environment established by the classroom teacher and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior, maintaining order among the scholars for whom you are responsible.
• Prepare materials and instructional resources for use in the classroom and class activities based on the classical model, as guided by the classroom teacher.
• Provide Instructional support to scholars using the whole class approach, small, leveled groups, and individuals using various teaching techniques and methods as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Provide supervision to scholars in hallways, during drop-off, lunch, and pick-up as directed by the Pre-Kindergarten Program Supervisor. Supervise with a “safety first” mindset.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Administer formative assessments and assignments as directed by the classroom teacher and/or Pre-Kindergarten Program Supervisor. 
• Maintain accurate and complete scholar records as required by the school and laws and as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging