Ross is seeking candidates to fill its early childhood aide vacancy. This position will support teachers and learners in the Ross kindergarten classroom and beyond as needs arise. The DCPS position description and requirements follow. Please reach out with any questions and direct candidates to Lisa Juriga, the Ross Personnel Committee Chair.
Educational Aide Responsibilities (Click here for a detailed breakdown of the responsibilities for each educational aide specialization.)
- Collaborate in the implementation of the daily lesson plans by performing tasks that reinforce learning
- Assist the classroom teacher in regularly observing students and taking anecdotal notes to inform planning, arrangement of small groups, and assessments
- Help maintain accurate student records
- Work closely with students who may require individual or close attention
- Assist the teacher with the development of individualized programs
- Read to students, listen to and write down their dictations, and model language by conversing with students throughout the day
- Work with groups of students engaged in drawing, writing, centers, or similar work while the teacher is otherwise occupied
- Assist in the administration of the instructional plan for students with disabilities
- Address multiple intelligences of each student through lesson plans and materials
- Infuse culturally relevant, anti-bias materials and pedagogical strategies
- Maintain on-going communication with families
- Implement a variety of instructional groupings of students (small group and cooperative learning)
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree or 48 college credit hours required
- Child Development Associates credential is preferred for Early Childhood Education Aides
Each fall, Ross families are asked to contribute $100/student to cover the cost of school supplies for the coming school year. The PTA provides collected funds to Ross teachers to purchase what they need for their students and classrooms. This saves parents a trip to the store and ensures equity among students.
Please order your children's school supply packages here by August 25th! In your order, you can also donate additional funds to help support families who aren't able to cover the full amount.
About the Ross PTA
The mission of the Ross PTA is to support the education of all Ross students, to support Ross faculty and staff, to foster relationships among parents, staff and community members, and to assist faculty and staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment where all students, families and faculty can thrive and grow.
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