Asst, Kindgten REF
On-site · Dover, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Kindergarten Assistant provides academic, socio-emotional, and behavioral support under the direction of the kindergarten teacher. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, providing planning time for teachers (including outdoor activities, rhythm activities, and story time), lunchroom assistance, and supervising routines such as dismissal and restrooms. Works with students one-on-one, in small groups, or with whole groups, and may be assigned additional duties as needed. Reports to the principal and kindergarten teachers; district expectations emphasize regular attendance, civility, professionalism, and alignment with district goals. Requires ParaPro certification/score and ability to support instruction and student needs in a classroom setting.
Required Qualifications
- Education: ParaPro Test score 457 or higher
- Experience: Experience working with young children preferred
- Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence
- Mathematical Skills: Adds and subtracts two-digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s; Uses units of American money
- Reasoning Ability: Simple instruction compliance with standard situations
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
Desired Qualifications
- ParaPro certification or equivalent
- Experience working with young children preferred
- Ability to prepare instructional materials
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to supervise and support students in various settings (one-on-one, small groups, whole class)
- Familiarity with basic classroom technology (Microsoft Office)
- Adaptability and dependability
- Attendance and punctuality awareness
- Respect for district policies and non-discrimination commitments
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