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Kindergarten Classroom Assistant



, Iowa

Essential Functions:

  • Use and model appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision, and beliefs and in accordance with operation procedures and policies.
  • Welcome, value and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.
  • Work with students in general education settings to support their learning with the assistance of the lead teacher.
  • Interact with students one-to-one or in small groups of 2-3 students.
  • Discuss concepts and engage in activities that reinforce skills covered in the classroom.  Student confidentiality must be exercised at all times.
  • Supervise students in lunch and recess settings with the assistance of other professionals in the building.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in and outside of the school setting.
  • Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image. 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Skills/Knowledge:  Ability to follow instructions.  Must have strong organizational and communication skills, be a team player.  Must be detail-oriented.  Professional and trustworthy conduct is required.  Must be courteous and respectful. 
  • Enjoy working with children, self-starter, motivated, able to communicate clearly and concisely to the grade level.
  • Must be a high school student in good standing.  Must be poised, mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible.
  • Business Casual attire.
  • Work is performed in an elementary school during school hours

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.




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