Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing
Highfields Inc
Location
Lansing, Michigan
Salary
$16 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Paraprofessional will facilitate academic enrichment activities and provide homework assistance to middle school students. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe, productive environment while serving as a positive mentor and role model.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of experience working with youth in a structured setting. Applicants must also demonstrate emotional stability, maturity, and the ability to comply with child care licensing regulations.
Job description
The Paraprofessional will effectively implement engaging academic enrichment activities for students of our Reaching Higher Summer & Afterschool Program at:
- Waverly Middle School, Lansing, MI 48917 - Working with students in 6th-8th Grades
- Program runs Monday through Thursday, working 2.5 hours per day. (You would work whichever days work best for your schedule)
Minimum Qualifications: / Experience:
· High school diploma/GED.
· Demonstrated knowledge of youth.
· At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.
· Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.
Key
Duties: & Responsibilities:
· Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.
· Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.
· Manage students in a safe and productive way.
· Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.
· Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.
· Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.
· Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.
· Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.
· Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical requirements for the position are attached.