Adel Elementary Part-Time Preschool Associate Anticipated 11.9.26)

Description ADM is seeking a highly motivated, quality applicant to work as 1:1 preschool associate at Adel Elementary, a preschool through 1st grade building. The staff at Adel Elementary is incredibly caring and work in a collaborative manner. This vacancy is from 12:00-3:30 Monday-Thursday. Job Summary The associate role is one to assist the teacher in supporting specific learning goals by working with individual students or small groups to help them achieve appropriate skill levels. Responsibilities Work with individual students or in small groups to help achieve skills and understanding of class materialWork with a wide range of various needs, including academic, behavior and social Examples:Reads to students, listens to students read and participates in other forms of oral communication with the studentsGuides each student toward making appropriate choices and accepting responsibility for their own behaviorAssisting the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilitiesAlerts the regular teacher to any problem or special information regarding an individual studentSupervises students outside during arrival, recess, dismissal and may provide lunchroom supervision A Successful Candidate Will Be student-focused, team-oriented and have a strong desire to actively engage with studentsHolds a humble philosophy that doing whatever it takes to help students be successful is requiredHave effective time management skills and organizational skillsEnjoys kids, working with others and making a positive difference in the lives of childrenMaintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information regarding students as is expected of fully licensed teachers Qualifications High school diploma.Demonstrated aptitude for the work to be performed.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to work well with staff, parents, and students Competitive benefits! Pay range: $16.36 - $18.16 This vacancy will remain open until filled. AA/EOE Equal Opportunity Employer All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Frontline system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.