Part time Paraprofessional- Farber Hebrew Day School

Farber Hebrew Day School’s Early Childhood Center, located in Southfield, Michigan, is seeking a paraprofessional to work closely with the classroom teacher.

Schedule

Part-time: Monday to Friday, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Responsibilities

• Be an active member of the classroom, playing, interacting, and guiding the students
• Participate in a rotating schedule for morning drop-off and dismissal duty
• Model good behavior by demonstrating tasks rather than instructing
• Discuss and support the behavior policies implemented by the classroom teacher
• Accompany the class to and from special classes and remain with them during those times
• Be pleasant and polite with parents; direct all child-related questions to the classroom teacher
• Join the teacher during free play and small group time, assisting at the project table or interacting with children
• Help children in small groups or individually
• Support children during circle time, helping with focus or providing redirection
• Clean tables after projects, snack, and lunch using warm water, soap, and bleach
• Maintain the cleanliness of the easel area, including cleaning paint brushes
• Ensure the classroom snack cabinet is stocked with snacks and paper goods (napkins, bowls, spoons, forks, cups, etc.)
• Set up snack and juice
• Track diapers, pull-ups, extra clothes, wipes, and notify parents when supplies are needed
• Change children’s diapers and assist with bathroom needs
• Assist children with coats, backpacks, and lunches at arrival; check backpacks for notes or supplies
• Help and direct children in cleaning up
• Participate in 16 hours of required professional development provided by Farber Hebrew Day School

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Two to three years’ experience working with young children
• Early Childhood degree or CDA is a plus

Skills

• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, staff, students, parents, and community
• Demonstrated professionalism, responsibility, and a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance