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Berkley Building Blocks Assistant Teacher

6 Open Positions

Full or Part Time Positions available

Berkley Building Blocks 14700 Lincoln Oak Park, MI 48237

Hourly; $15.15-17.07/hour based on credentials and experience.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Early Childhood and the lead teacher, the caregiver will be responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in the general supervision and management of the class, as well as implementing the teacher's classroom activities. The caregiver is responsible for assisting in the child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.
 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Meet the requirements set forth by the licensing agency.
• Documentation of a physical examination including a TB test is mandatory within 30 days of starting work, and thereafter, as required.
• I-Chat and Central Registry Clearance verification must be completed prior to start date.
• CPR and First Aid Certification is required within 60 days of start date and renewed every year.
• Experience with High Scope curriculum and COR anecdotal note taking is preferred.
• Completion of 8 hour MiRegistry Health and Safety Training

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement the High Scope curriculum with fidelity and integrity.
• Assist in general overall classroom management.
• React kindly and firmly in a positive manner when disciplining children.
• Direct children indoors and outdoors.
• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up learning activities, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Monitor the quantity, quality, appearance, maintenance and storage of all supplies and equipment needed for the program.
• Be able to lift and carry 40 pounds
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with all co-workers and parents.
• Attend all staff meetings that are required.
• Adhere to all licensing regulations in accordance with state laws and requirements.
• Follow all safety, blood borne and child abuse prevention guidelines.
• Continue professional development through community involvement, professional reading, workshops and seminars or formal education for 24 hours of training.
• Maintain the appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
• Must interface with the classroom teacher and other assistant teachers to make the classroom climate a positive one.
• Welcome parents and children each day by name.
• Assume equal and shared responsibility for general housekeeping tasks.
• Communicate with other staff on a regular basis regarding the care of the children.
• Prepare children for rest/nap time.
• Exhibit excellent attendance.
• Assist the lead teacher with anecdotal note taking for all children.
• Be able to lift 35lbs multiple times a day and be able to repeatedly get up from the floor

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates please email resume and letter of interest to Katie Fotiu at Kathleen.Fotiu@berkleyschools.org

 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Until Filled
 

District Vision
Our inclusive culture will inspire, empower and lead all learners to realize their full potential and make a positive difference in their future and community.
Commitment
The Berkley School District is committed to keeping diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront of its goal of creating an environment where all staff, students and community members feel a sense of belonging.

Per School Safety Legislation, each individual, who is either employed full-time or part-time, or is assigned to regularly and continuously work under contract, shall be fingerprinted for the purpose of performing a criminal history background check.  Prior to employment, selected candidate must complete the fingerprinting process at the applicant's expense.  Berkley School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, height, weight or any disability in its educational programs, activities or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.