GSRP Associate Teacher

GSRP Associate Teacher

ABOUT WMAES:

Wonder what it would be like to go snowshoeing through a maple forest Or what it may be like to cook fresh homemade pizza in a mud oven Students at WMAES dont wonder they know! We give our students 62-acres of an outdoor classroom to expand their love of learning. Working gardens nature trails forests wetlands and prairies are all available for students to explore. WMAES students transition from desks to dirt creating an environment for all students to learn.

Our students reap the additional benefits of programs and practices such as: STEAM programming character education accelerated learning differentiated instruction and positive school culture all hallmarks of an effective charter school education.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate:

• A comfortability in an outdoor setting and a knack for creativity and innovation incorporating hands-on activities experiential learning and interactive teaching methods to make environmental/outdoor learning engaging and impactful.
• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels.
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students.

• 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 GSRP Associate Teacher your core responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:

Curriculum & Instruction:

• Assists the GSRP Teacher in preparing classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Helps the GSRP Teacher collaboratively prepare lesson plans and distribute lesson materials.
• Participates in Team Teaching and instructs students under the supervision of the GSRP Teacher.
• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of the PQA and the teaching practices described therein.
• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of MDEs Early Childhood Standards of Quality for Prekindergarten.
• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of BCHS Child Care Licensing Rules.
• Follows the Academy approved GSRP curriculum and the GSRP grant policies and procedures as the instructional model.
• Assists the GSRP Teacher in maintaining individual student records when asked.
• Assists the GSRP Teacher in keeping the classroom neat clean and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Collects and displays suitable materials for bulletin boards and other educational displays.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom the Academy and the community.
• Demonstrates exceptional classroom techniques which include the art of questioning clarity of assignments communicating an atmosphere of mutual respect independent thought and expression and student and teacher experiences in large and small groups.
• Effectively implements and uses the Academy-approved screening assessment tool and ongoing developmental assessment and is able to explain and interpret the information for students parents.
• Effectively uses home visits to introduce the program and staff to the parent develop collaboration for the childs learning and gather or report assessment data.

Classroom Management:

• Works cooperatively with parents and guardians to enhance confidence in the GSRP Teacher.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Assists GSRP Teachers with supervision of students during play periods and lunch periods.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm fair and consistent practices respect for individual children and development of responsible citizenship.

Student Enrollment & Retention:

• Shares responsibility for marketing the GSRP Program and the Academy in the community.

Professional Development & Leadership:

• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Shares responsibility for professional cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities which reflect favorably upon the individual the group and the Academy.
• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Facilities:

• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for adherence to all licensing regulations and for educating others on the regulations.

Job Goal: To foster a nurturing and stimulating learning environment for students setting them on a path of academic and social success. By supporting the lead teacher they aim to create engaging lesson plans that promote age-appropriate development in areas such as language motor skills and social interactions. Through patient guidance and individualized attention they encourage childrens curiosity and exploration helping them develop a love for learning. Additionally they collaborate with parents and caregivers ensuring effective communication and involving families in their childs educational journey. As a vital member of the preschool team the associate teacher strives to provide a positive and enriching experience that builds a strong foundation for each childs future.

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

Minimum Requirements:

• CDA certificate or Associates degree in Early Childhood Development.
• Compliance with all requirements established by the DLARAs BCHS child care licensing staffing requirements including.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid State of Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Knowledge of and skills working with At-Risk students.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience in an educational setting with school-age children.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.

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 - Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

4463 Leonard St. NW
Walker MI 49534

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CHOICE SCHOOLS ASSOCIATES

Choice Schools is a team of educators literacy specialists student advocates and many other professions but first and foremost we are parents moms dads guardians grandparents aunts and uncles who love kids. As a nationally accredited and regionally recognized full-service education service provider student learning is our organizations mission. We provide a student-focused approach to customized school operations support including instruction finance compliance communications human resources enrollment curriculum and professional development. Our student-centric philosophy drives us to the path to greatness allowing everyone - students staff teachers board members and stakeholders to thrive. After more than 20 years of serving diverse models of schools Choice is committed to being Michigans most trusted education service provider with the highest-performing schools.

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