Early Childhood Classroom Aid

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Early Childhood Classroom Aids work closely with the Hands Connected Explore and Learn
Academy’s Center Director and lead teacher to provide the school children with an effective learning
environment. Hands Connected classrooms are centered on activities for young children with refugee
backgrounds. The Hands Connected program, is our most unique programs, as it is a
bilingual early education program, ran by refugees, for refugees. As the position requires working within
the Early Childhood Classrooms as a classroom aid, with children 0-5 years old. Assisting the teacher as
another pair of hands to help zip up coats, clean up after snack, read books, go outside with the group, and
supporting any needs that arise for the classroom’s productivity. The hours of operations for the center varies
based on classroom, the center hours are Monday - Friday from 7:30 am to 5:00pm, similar to a regular school
day. The most crucial time of the day that help is needed is in the mornings from 9am-12pm during all our
transitions, as volunteers will help with large group, small groups, and outside time. Trainings and Orientation
are required. Volunteers are expected a minimum of one day a week for the duration of the commitment period

Requirements:

• Must be a Michigan Resident, or have temporary residency in Michigan.
• High School or equivalent degree.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work with children of ages 0-5.
• Up to date TB test and Background Check
• Attend trainings and evaluation meetings.
• Self-motivation to identify and aid students in their educational needs.
• Ability to work as team in support for the teacher.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Commit to volunteering consistently on a weekly basis.
• Work in classrooms ranging from 0-5-year-olds.
• Providing teacher assistance to school children within and outside the classroom
• Engaging students in learning activities and assignments
• Assisting children in zipup their coats, go outside, and supporting any needs that arise while play time.
• Report and/or issues of concern to teacher in the classroom.
• Demonstrate teamwork and integrity with staff, fellow volunteers, students, and their families.
• Ensure a safe and clean learning environment through assisting with after-program clean up.