Pre-K Aide

Please submit resume and cover letter to Dr. Karin Knowland at [email protected]. Visit patriotprep.com for more information.Reports to: Pre-K DirectorRequirements: Ohio Educational Aide Permit from ODEW, a high school diploma, CDA with Preschool specialization strongly preferred. Spanish-speaking is desirableScheduled Hours: Required to report according to the number of days recorded in the current years academic calendarAllocated 5 personal days and 9 sick days Report at 7:30 am or at scheduled meeting times if earlierLeave at 3:30 pm or at scheduled meeting times if laterSummary description: This position has a key role in the classroom to aid the teacher in educating and helping students succeed in the classroom environment.

Paraprofessionals shall supervise instructional activities to help students understand lessons. To accomplish this, paraprofessionals may work with small groups of students or with one student at a time. Paraprofessional duties include assisting teachers with clerical tasks like taking attendance, making copies, entering observations, etc. Additionally, they confer with teachers on student performance and oversee students outside of the classroom during bathroom breaks, lunch, recess, dismissal, field trips, etc.Primary responsibilities: Curriculum/PlanningWorks with students individually, in small groups, or as a whole group to assist in implementing lesson plans created by the Teacher Assists professional staff in the administration of the required assessments Records observations and assists with inputting data into the systemInstruction/LessonsCollects and prepares materials for student activities as directed by the Teacher.Follows the Teachers lead in implementing learning activitiesModifies instructional practices/routines in accordance with students individual needsMaintains accurate attendance records, incident reports, cleaning lists, and other required classroom paperworkClassroom ManagementEngages in Active supervision of children at all times.

Performs frequent face-to-name countsEnsures that the individual needs of the children are met.Assists children with toileting, hand washing, tying their shoes, etcPromotes self-regulation and self-help skillsAssists with behavior management as directed by the TeacherCovers Planning hours for Teaching staffActs in the capacity of a substitute teacher in the teachers absence.Health/Safety and Licensing ComplianceFollows all DCY and ODE licensing rules, school policies, and safety proceduresMaintains a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment. Completes daily and weekly cleaning/sanitizing checklistsCompletes and maintains all state-required training Professional DevelopmentAttends professional development opportunities throughout the year for continuous improvement. Meets or exceeds Step up to Quality required and Ohio Approved Professional Development hoursMaintains OCCRRA account in good standingObserves and collaborates with other teachers in the building 3x per year for mutual growth and development in accordance to peer observation program Additional ItemsBuilds a relationship with students and parents so that they know you want only the best for the studentMaintains a strong collaborative relationship with teachers, instructional support staff, etc.Submits all required items to administration/office in a timely mannerReturns all communication to parents within 24 hours of receiving itBe supportive of the PPA team at all times, but especially when speaking to parents and studentsCommunicates with supervisor in regards to staff not following policies of PPACompletes anything assigned by your supervisorSecondary responsibilities: DutiesArrive to all scheduled duties on timeSubstitute coverage for grade level or as assignedSupervise lunch, recess, and other duties as assignedFollow assigned school duty guidelines in the PPA handbookMeetingsBiweekly on the first day of the week at 7:30am with all instructional staffBiweekly on scheduled day with the Pre-K DirectorWeekly on Wednesday at 7:15am with the grade level team (TBT, Team, etc.)