26-27 School Year Educational Assistants

Educational Assistants- Multiple Positions Job Description : The Educational Assistant supports teachers in creating a positive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for young children. This position assists with classroom instruction, behavior and emotional development, and supervision during both instructional and non-instructional times.

The Educational Assistant helps prepare materials, supports individual and small-group learning, reinforces reading and foundational skills, and collaborates with staff and families to promote student growth. Confidentiality, teamwork, and a commitment to student success are essential. Hours Per Day: Positions range from 6 to 8 hours/day.

Start and End Time : Based on Building Schedule Days Per Year: All student days plus professional development days Wage and Benefits: Starting wage: $16.45/hour Paid holidays, merit pay, retirement plan, life insurance, vision insurance, medical & dental benefits (with 8 hour/day positions), sick days, personal days, two $500 retention stipends for completing a full school year, no evenings or weekends, and much more!

Preferred Qualifications

These positions require one of the following requirements: Successful completion of ETS Parapro Assessment (GCS can provide this assessment!); OR 60 semester hours at an institution of higher education; OR An associate's degree Successful candidates also possess: Patience, a genuine desire to work with children, and preferably experience working with children in a classroom setting.

Attachment(s): GCS Educational Assistant