Assistant Teacher (part-time)

BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT ASSISTANT TEACHER PART-TIME Applications are being accepted for the position of Assistant Teacher at the BPS Early Childhood Center, an NAEYC accredited center! Positions are for a part-time schedule, with opportunity for additional hours if desired. These are non-bargaining unit positions. JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively with classroom team to develop and maintain a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for each child. Help with all classroom activities including choice time, arts, gross motor play, math and literacy games, circle time, etc. Interact with children to develop positive relationships, extend play experiences, enhance language development and build social emotional skills. Contribute ideas for the classroom and gather/prepare materials when needed. Act as a positive role model for children. Attend all staff meetings and professional development sessions. Assist in implementing a program for positive discipline and classroom management. Communicate effectively with parents. Follow all district and center policies as well as NAEYC and state licensing rules and guidelines. Positively and professionally represent and promote Birmingham Public Schools programs. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to stand and walk over 60% of the workday in order to supervise children throughout daily activities, walk throughout the school, and participate in gym and playground activities. Must have physical stamina to care for energetic young children. Required to lift up to fifty pounds, bend, sit on the floor, run, and engage in other physical activities. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years old or older. Minimum of a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or equivalent is preferred. (An equivalent is a minimum of 12 college credits in early childhood education, child development, elementary education or early childhood special education) Experience working with young children is required. Blood borne Pathogen, Playground Safety, Epi-Pen and Concussion training, plus additional training required by the school district, state licensing and NAEYC guidelines must be completed within 30 days of employment. First Aid and CPR training will be provided. State of Michigan Licensing Background Check, along with BPS background check and fingerprinting, are required before an employee may work with children. A physical and TB test must be obtained, passed, and documented with physician’s signature. START DATE: August 22, 2023 METHOD OF APPLICATION: Applicants, who wish to be considered for this position, must submit resume to Laura Tinsley, Principal of Early Learning, at LTinsley@birmingham.k12.mi.us. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $13.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Retirement plan Schedule: 4 hour shift Day shift No nights No weekends Work Location: In person