This position qualifies for a signing bonus up to $1,000.

The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) is a critical part of Michigan’s education system serving the Greater Kalamazoo region and provides specialized services to schools and communities and optimizes resources by centralizing innovative programs and services. We partner with school districts and the broader community to offer essential programs including early childhood education, special education, career learning, and educator development, ensuring that learners of all ages receive the support they need.

We are currently seeking two part-time Head Start/GSRP Classroom Aides for Head Start/GRSP (multiple locations) in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The essential responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Align services with KRESA Core Values (Collaboration, Innovation, Compassion, Respect, and Integrity) and Culture & Belonging principles to engage and serve all students
Assist with delivery of Head Start services as defined by Head Start Performance Standards
Assists in instruction of students as designed by the teacher
Assists with managing student classroom activities and outside of classroom instruction to include playground monitoring
Performs daily classroom activities including materials preparation, cleaning and organizing
Assists with physical management of students
Assist students with care of hygiene needs
Regular and consistent attendance
Other duties as assigned

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Other skills and abilities include:

Embraces and supports KRESA philosophies related to our core values (Collaboration, Innovation, Compassion, Respect, and Integrity), Culture & Belonging, and Continuous Improvement
Embraces and supports KRESA’s vision of a transformative, equitable and innovative education for all in the Greater Kalamazoo region
Ability to interact effectively with individuals from a wide range of identities and lived experiences
Ability to discuss differences with colleagues and clients in a manner that supports building positive working relationships
Organized and able to plan ahead
Adapts to frequent changes in the work environment
Practices safe work habits insuring pupil and staff safety
Ability to communicate effectively including listening while maintaining confidentiality
Uses equipment and material properly
Displays reliable attendance and promptness
Ability to resolve problems
Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets student’s attention, and which encourages their engagement

This is a 10 month calendar part time position in job grade 9 with an hourly rate of pay between $12.48 and $17.72.

KRESA employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit offering that includes retirement benefits through Michigan’s Office of Retirement Services and wellness incentives – all within a supportive and caring culture centered around our values of collaboration, innovation, compassion, integrity, and respect.

A Great Place to Live and Work

Kalamazoo was recently recognized as a great place to live in the 2024 50 Best Places to Live roundup by Money.com. Kalamazoo was noted for its abundant family-friendly activities and appreciation for artisan-crafted goods, as well as the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.

Notice of Non-discrimination: It is the policy of Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency that no discriminating practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or sexual identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category be allowed during any program, activity, service or in employment. The following position at Kalamazoo RESA has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact information: 269-250-9200, 1819 E. Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002.

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.