It's time to reimagine the education in our community!

BHCSA was founded on one principle, to prepare capable students for college. The founding board wanted something better for its community. Though there were many challenges, they helped make that dream a reality. The dream to adequately prepare students for college is the root of why we are all here.

Fast forward to today! We are looking for individuals who want to make an impact on the kids in Benton Harbor. Experienced teachers, new teachers who are just beginning their careers, and career changers who are entering the classroom after succeeding in another profession, are encouraged to apply to educate and care for the students at our school. We need you to help us reimagine education in our community!

Be someone who prepares students for college, careers and life in Benton Harbor and beyond!

OPEN POSITIONS:

GSRP Float

School Year 2023-2024

Open Position: GSRP Float

Hours: Part Time, hourly, 10-month schedule

Location:

Benton Harbor Charter School Academy

455 Riverview Drive

Benton Harbor, MI 49022

269-925-3807

www.bentonharborcharter.com

CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION:

• Assists the GSRP Teacher in preparing classroom or laboratory for instruction.
• Assists the GSRP Teacher in keeping the classroom neat, clean, and orderly to provide work and study areas conducive to learning.
• Collects and displays suitable materials for bulletin boards and other educational displays.
• Demonstrates understanding and implementation of Bureau of Community and Health Systems' Child Care Licensing Rules.
• Uses resources effectively to support learning activities in the classroom, the Academy, and the community.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT:

• Works cooperatively with parents and guardians.
• Guides children in working and playing harmoniously with other children.
• Monitors children for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assists GSRP Teachers with supervision of students during play periods and lunch periods.
• Demonstrates genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal and student expectations.
• Promotes responsible citizenship through actions as a role m
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and development of responsible citizenship.

STUDENT ACQUISITION & RETENTION:

• Shares responsibility for marketing the GSRP Program, and the Academy, in the community.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP:

• Participates in the development of policies and regulations that affect instruction and conditions of success.
• Shares responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations and for out-of-class activities important to the operation of the Academy.
• Conducts himself or herself according to professional, ethical principles.
• Displays personal qualities, which reflect favorably upon the individual, the group, and the Academy.

FACILITIES:

• Assumes responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for adherence to and monitoring of all licensing regulations and for educating staff on regulations.

OTHER:

• Assumes other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Minimum Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must meet all requirements established by the Bureau of Community and Health Systems.
  • Compliance with the Bureau of Community and Health Systems including, but not limited to physical/TB test, CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen training completion, CPS Child Abuse/Neglect and ICHAT/Fingerprint screening.
  • Ability to communicate with students, staff, and guardians in a professional manner.
  • Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
  • Exemplary work habits verified by previous employ
  • Strong interpersonal
    
  
  

  Desired Requirements:

  • Experience in educational setting with school-age children.

JOB GOAL
Supervising the activities of children enrolled in the GSRP program and maintaining a clean and safe classroom environment for the children.

TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM
To apply, please visit: https://choice.workbrightats.com/jobs/ Once on this website, if applying from a computer the start of the application is to the right of your screen under "Apply Now". If on your mobile device, please scroll to the bottom of the job posting to view the first step of the application under "Apply Now".

Please contact Nadia Samaha, Human Resources Generalist, directly with questions at nadiasamaha@choiceschools.com

Choice Schools is a team of educators, literacy specialists, student advocates and many other professions, but first and foremost, we are parents, moms, dads, guardians, grandparents, aunts and uncles who love kids. As a nationally accredited and regionally recognized full-service education service provider, student learning is our organization's mission. We provide a student-focused approach to customized school operations support, including instruction, finance, compliance, communications, human resources, enrollment, curriculum and professional development. Our student-centric philosophy drives us to the path to greatness, allowing everyone - students, staff, teachers, board members and stakeholders to thrive. After more than 20 years of serving diverse models of schools, Choice is committed to being Michigan's most trusted education service provider with the highest-performing schools.

Choice is an Education Service Provider for charter schools in Michigan and is the employer. Please visit www.choiceschools.com for more information. EEOC