Classroom Aide, Great Start to Readiness Program (2024-25 school year)
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Job Title: Support Staff/Classroom Aide - Great Start Readiness Program Kent ISD/ GSRP 127 days per year. 7 hours per day (Monday-Thursday), 28 hours per week. Support teachers in the classroom setting, in a high-quality preschool program that complies with requirements of the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) grant. Job Qualifications:

High school graduate or GED

Preferably has some experience working with children.

Create and maintain a safe and positive learning environment focused on a sense of belonging within the classroom.

Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively with students, parents, and school personnel.

Good attendance and punctuality.

Commitment to equity, social justice and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities.

Team player who is able to multitask and prioritize.

Navigate some technology.

Some English-speaking skills. Bilingual skills are highly desired. Kent ISD has a diverse student population speaking over 100 languages.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Kent ISD's Early Childhood Department strives to be inclusive in our hiring and workplace practices. We continually seek to be strengthened by the wisdom of diversity. Salary: $17.77 per hourBenefits: Sick days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program.The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.