Position Title: Instructional Assistant – Kindergarten

Building: James C. Harvey Education Center

Location: Mason Public Schools / In- Person

About Mason Public Schools
Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment.

Your journey starts here: Every Student. Every Day.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public Schools is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Positive attitude and rapport with students
Ability to work cooperatively with teachers and students
Knowledge of positive behavior supports
Ability to effectively supervise small groups of students under the instruction of classroom teacher
Skilled in supporting the emotional, behavioral and academic needs of students
Works effectively as part of a team, with excellent interpersonal skills

Desired Qualifications:

Experience as an instructional assistant
College classes in English and/or education

Job Description:

Assist in the tutoring of individual students or groups of students
Assist teacher in helping students develop a positive self-concept
Assist in student make-up work
Assist in the preparation of classroom materials
Assist in keeping a neat and orderly room
Assist with the classroom management and positive behavior support of students
Responsible for maintaining confidentiality for all school-related information
Shall perform other duties as assigned by the principal
Supports approved curriculum with data collection and observational notes
Perform duties assigned by lead teacher
Promote healthy emotional, social, intellectual and physical development of students
Contributes to a positive school culture, following Early Years MTSS/PBIS

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
The position requires occasional lifting of supplies and movement of classroom furnishings during the course of the school day.
Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, with possibility of some travel to other schools or field trip locations.

Benefits: Life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and holidays per the bargaining unit agreement

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 11:30am, 3.0 hours daily, 15 hours weekly, August to June

Rate of Pay: $13.77 per hour.

Application Deadline: November 8, 2024

Instructional Assistant - Kindergarten