About this role
7:40am - 3:20pm, Monday - Friday
Who We Are
Kent City Community Schools is a public school district in Kent County dedicated to providing a nurturing environment and to educate all of our 1,200 students to be lifelong learners.
What We Need
We are looking for a compassionate and collaborative team member to work with our students to empower them to reach their full potential through a rigorous curriculum and instructional excellence!
What We Value
Collaboration, Compassion, Honest Communication, Growth Mindset, and a Culture of Opportunity
What You Need
- Experience working with students preferred
- Must demonstrate the ability to establish an effective rapport with children
- Must be able to work effectively with children and adults
- Must have strong knowledge of childhood development
- Must be able to work with a team in a positive manner
- Must role model good behavior
- Must be flexible
- Ability to collaborate with building staff and parents
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Maintain a positive, respectful, and professional rapport with students and staff
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with FERPA and school policy
- Communicate effectively with supervisors
- Participate in trainings and certifications (e.g., CPI, health, first aid) as required by the role
- Engage in daily routines and procedures to support a safe and supportive school environment
- Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions
- Encourage positive peer interaction and enforce behavior expectations
- Ensure student safety in indoor and outdoor settings
- Direct student movement and bus/pick-up line supervision
- Assist in implementing Tier 1 behavior supports and routines
- Support students in crisis or conflict with de-escalation and adult presence
- Partner with MTSS teams and teachers for intervention planning
- Support students in academic, behavioral, or functional settings
- Provide modified instruction and adapted support under teacher guidance
- Assist with transitions, accommodations, and classroom routines
- Assist with special accommodations as applicable for students
- Document student progress and behavior incidents
- Works collaboratively staff and students
- Maintain routines in the cafeteria, classroom, and/or outside
- Demonstrate awareness and responsiveness to students
- Supervision of students in different settings
- Focus on safety and structure
- Effective communication skills
What We Provide
- Collaborative Working Environment
- A focus on students and staff
Please apply online at kentcityschools.schoolspring.com