Pre-Kindergarten Floater Position

About This Role

Support teachers in instructing scholars using a classical learning model, assisting with classroom activities, staff breaks, and transitions. This role is crucial for maintaining a supportive and engaging educational environment for pre-kindergarten scholars.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in instructing scholars using the classical model of learning combined with data-driven decision-making
• Assist with classroom activities, supporting lead teachers, covering staff breaks, or helping with transitions
• Maintain order among scholars and enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior
• Prepare materials and instructional resources for use in the classroom and class activities
• Provide instructional support to scholars using whole class, small, leveled groups, and individual approaches
• Supervise scholars in hallways, during drop-off, lunch, and pick-up with a "safety first" mindset
• Read books to entire classes or small groups
• Administer formative assessments and assignments as directed by the classroom teacher
• Maintain accurate and complete scholar records as required by the school and laws
• Prepare scholars for later grades by encouraging exploration and perseverance with challenging tasks
• Support the teacher's enforcement of administration policies and rules governing scholars
• Instruct and monitor scholars in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
• Attend professional development meetings and training workshops to maintain and improve professional skills
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Pre-Kindergarten Program Supervisor
• Assist in storing and inventorying classroom equipment, materials, and supplies
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA
• Maintain licensing compliances

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• CBI Fingerprint Clearance / Background and Criminal History Clearance
• Valid Food handlers card
• Current TB test (completed within the last 6 months)
• ECE 101 and 103 OR ECE 101 and 9 months (840 hours) of experience in a classroom
• Abuse and Neglect training
• FEMA disaster preparedness training
• First Aid/CPR
• OSHA-approved Standard Precautions
• Introduction to Early Intervention and Special Education Programs
• Impact of Bias on Early Education

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; ECE 101 and 103 OR ECE 101 and 9 months (840 hours) of experience in a classroom
• Entry level with 9 months or 840 hours experience required if ECE 103 not completed

Nice to Have

• Willingness and desire to learn the Classical model of education
• Willingness to better understand Miss Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in classical education
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally and build relationships
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights

Benefits

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