School Building Aide

About Us

Amani Public Charter School is a stand alone middle school for grades 5-8, located in Mount Vernon, NY. The mission of the Amani Public Charter School is to provide Mount Vernon, New York students in the 5th through 8th grades with the academic skills necessary to succeed in competitive high school programs, college and the career of their choice. Since Amani opened its doors in 2010, it has provided the Mount Vernon community with the option of School Choice.

What we Offer

Amani Public Charter Schools offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Aside from extensive professional development, all staff members are equipped with a laptop computer, email, and up-to-date technologies in theoom.

About the Role

The School Building Aide is responsible for providing support to teachers and students in all areas of instruction. School aide works in collaboration with the teachers to provide assistance in reinforcing lessons to small or large groups of students and helps with room management. Under the supervision of the principal, the aide provides a safe environment for students and supports the smooth operation of the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach within small group instructional format and or co-teaching when needed

• Individual tutoring as instructed and guided by instructional staff

• Enforce school wide policies within the building

• Make photocopies and help with ancillary paperwork

• Assist with grading papers and data entry on a weekly basis to support the instructional staff

• Supervise scholars during breakfast, lunch, detention, field trips, dismissal time, and/or afterschool

• Escort students to and from, office, nurse, gym, etc.

• Help organize and maintain physical room including instructional materials

• Participate in morning meetings as a crucial member of our school culture

• Assist with clerical duties to support instructional staff

• Perform all other duties as requested by Instructional staff

• Attend professional development activities designed to enhance and/or strengthen knowledge, skills and attitudes that promote student learning

Location and Commitments

• School day is 7:45 - 4 M, T, R, F and 7:45 - 4:30 on Wednesdays

• School year runs from second week in August through end of June

• Aide must be able to work in-person in Mount Vernon as well as remotely, as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related subject area;

• A minimum of 1 year experience in a school setting

• Comfortable with Online Learning

• Proficiency in Google Suite preferred

• Proficiency in Google room preferred

• Previous teaching experience with middle-school aged children preferred

Submit your application to apply

Interested candidates should apply online at http://www.amanicharter.org/open-positions/.

For questions, reach out to our Recruitment Coordinator, Ms.Popoter at mpopoter@amanicharter.org.

Amani believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.