Educational Assistant - Preschool (6 Hours) at Patrick Lynch Elementary

pstrongPOSITION:nbsp;/strongnbsp;Educational Assistant -nbsp;Preschool/p pstrongLOCATION:nbsp;nbsp;/strongPatrick Lynch Elementary/p pstrongHOURS:/strongnbsp;strongnbsp;/strong6nbsp;Hours Per Day (8:35am - 3:05pm)/p pstrongDAYS:nbsp;nbsp;/strong193 Days Per Year (Approximately, prorated based on start date);nbsp;Augustnbsp;- June/p pstrongSALARY:nbsp;nbsp;/strong$20.62 - $28.54 Per Hour (Range D)/p pstrongBENEFITS:nbsp;nbsp;/strongPERS, Medical, Dental, Vision, Optional Insurances, Paid Leaves, Holiday Pay, etc./p pstrongSTART DATE:nbsp;nbsp;/strongFebruary 16, 2026/p pstrongAPPLICATION DEADLINE:nbsp;nbsp;/strongOpen until filled/p pnbsp;/p pstrongem**/em/strongemnbsp;Applications will be collected for a pool.nbsp; School placement for successful candidates will be determined by administration following the interview process./em/p pnbsp;/p pstrongJOB PURPOSE STATEMENT(S):/strongnbsp; The job of Educational Assistant ndash; Preschool is to assist a certificated teacher in the planning and implementation of instructional programs for students in preschool.nbsp; Assistants will facilitate one-on-one and small group instruction, tutoring, developmentally and culturally appropriate skill building. nbsp;Some positions may be associated with paraprofessional requirements.nbsp; Methods of performing tasks are guided by the licensed Preschool teacher./p pnbsp;/p pstrongESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:/strong/p ul liAssist in the planning and implementing of developmentally and culturally appropriate learning experiences of students enrolled in the preschool program that develop the whole child; emphasize social-emotional, physical, approaches to learning, language and literacy and cognitive skills. Initiate activities and discussions that build a positive self-identity.nbsp; Demonstrate support of children and families meeting their goals and prepare the child for academic success.nbsp; Spend one-on-one time with children developing skills and the bond between the teacher and child./li liAssist the teacher by demonstrating activities parents can do at home with their children to support the curriculum and the childrsquo;s learning and developmental needs./li liConfer with teacher(s) to provide feedback on student learning based on instruction and assessment./li liWork with the teacher to create a classroom environment conducive to learning. Utilize instructional methods and materials that are developmentally and culturally appropriate for meeting objectives./li liMaintain a clean, safe learning environment./li liInterpret instructional plans, within guidelines set by a certificated teacher./li liInstruct students in small groups and one-on-one settings with direct teacher oversight./li liAssist the teacher with set up and maintenance of an appropriate classroom environment, including organization of space and material storage./li liAssist with supervision of students in the classroom, on field trips and during other educational activities./li liDevelop caring and trusting relationships with parents and demonstrate a culturally responsive practice./li liMaintain ongoing professional and appropriate communication with parents. Support parent partnership through workshops, training, and other school and district activities./li liHelp students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults./li liPromote safety of the students by supporting instruction on self-awareness, self-management and self-regulation skills./li liInterpret and implement a behavior management program./li liProvide education regarding appropriate interpersonal actions./li liPerform all duties in a safe, timely, and professional manner./li /ul pstrongOTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:/strong/p ul liAttend in-service and workshop training and apply training to instructional responsibilities./li liPerform a variety of general clerical duties, including writing attendance reports, reviewing student work, and maintaining accurate files./li liAssist, as requested, in communication between students, teachers and parents./li liPerform related duties as assigned./li /ul pstrongREQUIREMENTS ndash; QUALIFICATIONS:/strong/p ul listrongExperience Preferred:/strongnbsp;Prior job-related experience in working with young children/li listrongSkills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:/strong/li /ul pGeneral skills in English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.nbsp; Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred./p pnbsp;/p pGeneral abilities include working effectively in an environment which can be both physically and emotionally fatiguing.nbsp; Deal in a developmentally and empathetic manner with students within the learning environment.nbsp; Learn basic first aid and safety requirements.nbsp; Work in a team setting.nbsp; Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.nbsp; Perform physical job tasks.nbsp; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.nbsp; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work./p pnbsp;/p pGeneral knowledge in modern office methods, practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software, as required by specific assignment.nbsp; The principles, practices and techniques of instruction related to the area of assignment.nbsp; Proper developmentally appropriate practices and techniques and the techniques and methods of student supervision and classroom management./p ul listrongEducation Required:nbsp;nbsp;/strongHigh school diploma or equivalent./li listrongLicenses, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:/strongnbsp;Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment) and Food Handers Card./li /ul pstrongTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:/strongnbsp; Salary and work year to be established by the Board./p pnbsp;/p pstrongEVALUATION:/strongnbsp; Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Boardrsquo;s Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.nbsp; Reports to the appropriate Principal./p