Reach Associate
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SUMMARYThe Reach Associate (RA) typically provides both instructional and non-instructional support toa Multi-Classroom Leader (MCL) team of teachers, as designated by the MCL, with a focus onproviding small-group tutoring under the guidance of the MCL team. The RA may supervisetime on projects, skills practice, and digital learning while providing small-group tutoring. TheRA may work closely with the teaching team to complete various administrative tasks andnon-instructional paperwork. The RA may also manage procedures and supervise studentbehavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities, andwhile the teacher(s) deliver instruction. All activities are guided and directed by the MCL. Thereach associate may be a multi-team RA, supporting several teaching teams when team members need release time to work with other teachers, or a team RA, supporting a single team primarily through providing small-group tutoring in a tutoring lab, by pulling small groups out of classrooms, or by pushing into classrooms to work with small groups. This is a classified position. Due to the roles and responsibilities of this position, a RA is not required to drive a school bus but will have the option to receive a bus license.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Instructional Assistance? Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of thesupervising teachers.? Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning.Classroom and School Environment? Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that areambitious and measurable? Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport? Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)? Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instructionPROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES? Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improveprofessional skills? Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, enteringgrades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments,checking homework, additional paperwork)? Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), volunteers, and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable? Participate in professional development opportunities at school, including MCL-ledon-the-job developmentQUALIFICATIONS? Previous experience working with children? High school diploma required? 48 hours of college credit or Associate's Degree required (minimum 2.0 GPA)? Knowledge of subject matter being taught? If currently an ECPS Teacher Assistant, ratings of At or Above Standard in all areas onmost recent Annual (summative) evaluation? Demonstrated effectiveness working with people who have differing culturalbackgrounds and/or personal characteristics, including race, religion, gender, sexualorientation, or economic differences. Preference given for experience workingsuccessfully with those of similar demographics to the desired school placement.CRITICAL COMPETENCIES? Achievement - The drive and actions to set challenging goals and reach a high standardof performance despite barriers.? Concern for Order - An underlying drive to maintain or increase order in the surroundingenvironment.? Belief in Learning Potential - Believes that all students, regardless of circumstances, canlearn at levels higher than their current achievement indicates.? Coachability - Desires to grow and achieve by learning from the feedback and examplesset by supervisors, coaches, and fellow teachers.? Flexibility - The ability to adapt one's approach to the requirements of a situation and tochange tactics.? Initiative and Persistence - The drive and actions to do more than is expected or requiredin order to accomplish a challenging task.HOURS? 5 days a week throughout the school year? 8 hours a day, including paid breaks? Attending team planning and data meetings whenever possibleCOMPENSATION? Classified salary schedule Grade 56, plus $2,500.00 differential pay? $300.00 ECPS District Supplement? NC state benefits, as well as other benefits available for review? 1 year agreement based upon OC School design plan and available funding