One to One Paraprofessional

One to One Paraprofessional

*New to Montessori Free training is provided

Macomb Montessori Academy is your neighborhood school! The moment you walk through the doors you can expect an environment where childrens natural desire to learn is celebrated where moving at their own pace is encouraged and their unique learning style is embraced. The curriculum is demanding yet allows each student the chance to learn through selfdirected pace and individual style. Ready to grow with MMA Apply today!

Qualities of a Success Candidate:

• A genuine love for working with children and a strong commitment to their holistic development. They should prioritize the childs individuality independence and selfdirected learning fostering an environment that supports these values.
• The ability to guide children through their learning journey with patience allowing them to explore and make discoveries at their own pace. They should also be flexible in adjusting their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Strong interpersonal skills fostering positive relationships with children parents and other staff members. They should be able to work collaboratively promoting a harmonious learning environment.

As the One to One Paraprofessional your core responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

• Curriculum & Instruction:

  • Takes responsibility for students academic achievement.
  • Guides the learning process to achieve curriculum goals and individual learning plans.
  • Demonstrates effective planning and organization for instruction.
  • Selects suitable materials and adapts methods to cater to students learning styles and abilities.
  • Shows creativity and adaptability to maintain order and foster continued learning.
  • Motivates students to reach their full potential setting high expectations and acknowledging diverse abilities.
  • Utilizes resources effectively to support learning in the classroom academy and community.
  • Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques including effective questioning clear communication and fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and engagement.

  Classroom Management:

  • Collaborates with guardians and instills their confidence.
  • Demonstrates genuine concern for students creating a climate of high expectations and personal responsibility.
  • Promotes responsible citizenship through being a positive role model.
  • Establishes a classroom atmosphere based on firm fair and consistent practices promoting responsible behavior.

  Student Enrollment & Retention:

  • Shares responsibility for maintaining the academys reputation in the community.

  Professional Development & Leadership:

  • Participates in the development of instructional policies and regulations.
  • Utilizes technology effectively for instruction recordkeeping and communication.
  • Takes responsibility for personal growth and professional development contributing to a cooperative learning community.
  • Upholds professional and ethical principles.
  • Strives to improve classroom methods teaching techniques and interpersonal relationships.
  • Reflects personal qualities that positively represent the individual group and academy.
  • Demonstrates pride in being a teacher and a member of the academy.
  • Assumes other assigned responsibilities from the school leader.

  Facilities:

  • Ensures the learning environment is orderly and instructional facilities and equipment are used appropriately and safely.
  • Maintains a clean safe and orderly classroom involving students in its upkeep.

  Job Goal: The primary goal of a teacher is to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential. Teachers strive to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued motivated and challenged. They aim to foster a love for learning encourage critical thinking and problemsolving skills and provide the necessary guidance and resources for students to succeed. Through effective instruction personalized support and meaningful engagement teachers aim to equip students with the knowledge skills and confidence to thrive in their educational journey.

  Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Valid Michigan teaching certificate with endorsements in appropriate grade and subject levels meeting the requirements of the Michigan Department of Education and federal guidelines. Except as otherwise provided by law the academy shall use certificated teachers according to the state board rule.
  • Or minimum of a Bachelors degree and an alternative pathway which includes passing the MTTC test(s) for endorsements in appropriate grade and subject levels.
  • Proven knowledge and expertise in the curriculum and or specific subject area that will be taught.
  • Ability to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom as a means of analyzing academic achievement data and as a tool to aid effective communications.

  Desired Qualifications:

  • Excellent verbal and written expression using standard grammar and vocabulary.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Recent teaching experience coursework or other activity in the area of primary instruction
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current instructional strategies appropriate for students at the specified grade level
  • Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan including health care a competitive 401(K) plan professional development and much more. View our benefits options here Location: 14057 E 9 Mile Rd Warren MI 48089

Please contact with any questions.

Working for Choice Schools Associates

Macomb Montessori Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider Choice Schools offers a studentcentered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendents office Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas including instruction professional development curriculum human resources finance compliance communications and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Montessori Model Macomb Montessori Academy is a vibrant community of learning comprised of multiple other outstanding Montessori schools within the state. The Montessori Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tightknit community school in your area.

Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender sexual orientation national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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