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Kindergarten Associate - Developmental Program

Acquire4Hire, Mcdonough, Georgia, United States, 30252

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Base pay range $15.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Summary Teaching facility seeks a Kindergarten associate for our small classroom. This position is not remote. Working 32 hours per week, with a maximum of 35 hours per calendar school year. Hours will not extend. Only candidates selected will be contacted directly. Candidates must have experience with learners who possess full‑scale “average intelligence” who may learn differently. Position requires a clean personal background, driving history, and criminal background check, and maintain a professional demeanor while working with staff, students, and parents at all times.

Salary range based on experience. The associate works with children ages 5‑6 and will also engage with other students in a P‑12 environment. The candidate must have a professional demeanor and be able to get along with staff, children, and families. Education or experience of at least 2 years providing direct academic support in the classroom with “high functioning” students is required. A certificate in Early Childhood Education (CDA, Diploma, or TCC) with a minimum of 2 years of direct child care is required. If a current college student at an accredited university system, active coursework must be in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.

Duties

Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration

Instruct students individually and in groups, using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations

Confer with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students’ behavioral and academic problems

Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities

Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests

Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides opportunities to observe, question, and investigate

Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students

Read books to entire classes or small groups

Prepare students for later grades by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance with challenging tasks

Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests

Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help

Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools

Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use in learning activities and imaginative play

Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula

Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students’ needs and progress

Use computers, audio‑visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations

Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors

Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs

Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage

Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development—games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling

Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence

Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities

Organize and label materials and display students’ work

Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required

Administer standardized achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need

Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers

Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play

Perform administrative duties, such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading

Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies

Provide students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms

Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests

Requirements

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Proficient knowledge of Google Classroom, Google Sheets, Google Meet, and Zoom

Comfortable presenting, instructing, and working closely with children, staff, and parents

Adherence to face coverings when delivering instruction and working with children, staff, and parents

Display optimal professionalism, communicating information in a respectful and tactful manner

Verifiable recent work experience with children in an academic setting

Nice to Haves

Creative talents for arts and crafts

Athletic ability to participate in activities with students

Ability to engage students on their activity and academic level

Benefits

Contract position during probationary period

Paid employee birthday (if falls on a weekday while in school)

6 paid federal holidays (aligns with in‑school calendar year)

25 paid in‑school calendar days off

5 PTO days off (at your 1 yr anniversary date)

Employee/employer Medical/Dental/Vision package available (after 45 days)

Flexible hours between 7:30 AM‑2:30 PM (Mon‑Thu), until 12:30 PM Fridays

No weekends

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