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Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing
part-time•Onondaga Township
About this role
The Paraprofessional will effectively assist students in our Reaching Higher Afterschool Program. Program begins in September and runs the entire school year until May.
This is a part-time position working a maximum of 10 hours weekly. Program runs Monday-Thursday.
Positions are available at the schools listed below:
1. Attwood New Tech Magnet School - Lansing, MI 48911 - Working with students in Grades 4-7
2. Washington Woods Middle School- Holt, MI 48842 - Working with students in Grades 5 & 6
This is a part-time position working a maximum of 10 hours weekly. Program runs Monday-Thursday.
Positions are available at the schools listed below:
1. Attwood New Tech Magnet School - Lansing, MI 48911 - Working with students in Grades 4-7
2. Washington Woods Middle School- Holt, MI 48842 - Working with students in Grades 5 & 6
Minimum Qualifications / Experience:
· High school diploma/GED.
· Demonstrated knowledge of youth.
· At least 2 years experience working with youth in a structured program setting.
· Shall be a person of good character who possesses the health, emotional stability, maturity and strength to carry out assigned duties.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
· Engage and assist students during academic enrichment activities.
· Assist youth with homework and provide support for individualized tutoring.
· Manage students in a safe and productive way.
· Conduct yourself in a manner to serve as a mentor and role model.
· Cultivates positive relationships with students, families, and fellow staff.
· Attends all mandatory meetings and completes all paperwork as required.
· Participates in 18 hours of professional development per year that meets licensing requirements.
· Performs duties in a manner that ensures compliance with Child Day Care Licensing rules and regulations.
· Ensures program operates in a way that follows industry quality standards and in accordance with the grant.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical requirements for the position are attached.
What you'll do
- The Paraprofessional will assist students during academic enrichment activities and provide support for homework and individualized tutoring. They will also manage students in a safe environment and serve as a mentor and role model.
About Highfields Inc
Highfields, Inc. is a nonprofit human services organization dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of children, youth and families through counseling and support services. Highfields began in 1962 as a residential program for at-risk boys and has since expanded to serve about 8,000 people in 13 mid-Michigan counties. We offer a large variety of counseling, training, intervention and support services. Our mission is to provide opportunities to children, youth and their families to be more responsible for their own lives and to strengthen their relationships with others. Our vision is to create a brighter future for children, youth, families and their communities.
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What does a Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing do at Highfields Inc?
As a Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing at Highfields Inc, you will: the Paraprofessional will assist students during academic enrichment activities and provide support for homework and individualized tutoring. They will also manage students in a safe environment and serve as a mentor and role model..
Is the Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing position at Highfields Inc remote?
The Paraprofessional-Afterschool Program-Lansing position at Highfields Inc is based in Onondaga Township, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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