Kinder Aide

GENERAL SUMMARY: Candidates must be passionate about serving students from low socio-economic backgrounds who need extra support. Experience working with students in small groups, 1:1, and large groups. Must work well with students, staff, and the principal, experience instructing in the core reading areas (decoding, phonics, comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary); and be comfortable with basic elementary math. Must have experience working with students with learning disabilities. Be willing to be trained in assisting students in elementary reading and math concepts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
• Prepare lesson materials under teacher guidance.
• Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
• Prepare and use the tools necessary to implement lessons for scholars.
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
• Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.

Working hours - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7:15 am - 4:15 pm & Wednesday 7:15 am - 2:15 pm

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Work with students in small groups, 1:1, and large groups.

Give instructional guidance in elementary-level reading and math with guidance from the teacher.

Work with students with learning disabilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Office environment: constant interruptions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BA degree is highly preferred.

CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance

TB Clearance

Fortune School of Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.