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Genesee Intermediate School District Associate Teacher-GSRP in Flint, Michigan
job Summary: The Associate Teacher -- Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) assists the Lead Teacher in the general daily classroom activities which may include planning activities, preparing materials, and providing nurturing, positive relationships with preschool students and their families.
Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to):
Assists the Lead Teacher with daily routines and activities.
Engages with students by encouraging problem solving, exploration, experimentation and questioning.
Assists the Lead Teacher in preparation of the learning environment, including setting up learning centers and preparing needed materials and supplies.
Assists the Lead Teacher in classroom management using Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) and other non-instructional functions.
Supervises the classroom when the Lead Teacher is out of the room.
May serve as a substitute for a Lead Teacher as requested by the Site Coordinator or designee.
Participates in lesson planning and data analysis with the Lead Teacher, including planning of an assigned small group activity.
Assists with the implementation of instructional activities based on student goals and objectives as written in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for students with disabilities.
Engages in outdoor experiences in accordance with the State of Michigan's Childcare Licensing Rules and the GISD's outdoor policy.
Actively supervises students at all times. Uses active supervision strategies consistently throughout the building, classroom, and outdoors.
Maintains a routine schedule of data collection for student assessment including observations, collection of anecdotal notes, and completion of developmental screenings. Assessments and developmental screeners are completed in the required time frames.
Uses Teaching Strategies Gold (or other assigned evaluation tool) to analyze data and measure student growth within the timeframe provided by the program.
Utilizes the assigned computer software as required to document attendance, meal counts, communication, etc.
Operates standard school equipment, such as laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
Uses Teaching Strategies Gold (or other assigned evaluation tool) to analyze data and measure student growth within the timeframe provided by the program.
Utilizes the assigned computer software as required to document attendance, meal counts, communication, etc.
Operates standard school equipment, such as laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
Helps lead teacher with general housekeeping tasks, provides a safe, appropriate learning environment.
Assists in the orientation and training of staff and volunteers in the room.
Assists students with health and physical needs and personal care routines including toilet training, diapering, toiletry and eating.
Maintains confidentiality of students, families, co-workers and workplace.
Attends staff and center team meetings.
Participates in required professional development hours, both virtually and in person. Completes virtual training within the designated time frame.
Participates in home visits and parent teacher conferences with the Lead Teacher.
Assures physical safety as children get on and off the bus. Uses hand-to-hand transfers with bus staff.
Works collaboratively with other staff members to best support the student and family. This includes the Lead Teacher, Classroom Support, Early Childhood Specialist, Family Engagement Coordinator, and Site Coordinator.
Uses Restorative Practices and other research-based models for conflict resolution with co-workers or stakeholders.
Participates in a cycle of professional growth with the Site Coordinator a