George Washington Carver Academy is hiring a GSRP Caregiver for the 2025-2026 school year. 

George Washington Carver Academy is a PreK - 8th grade public charter school located in Highland Park. Our mission extends beyond academics. We foster a nurturing environment where scholars freely engage in the learning process, preparing them to positively impact their community.  We are committed to hiring certified, professional teachers, to ensure our students have success. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate GSRP Caregiver to support our early childhood education initiatives. As a GSRP Caregiver, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing and educating children in a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment. This position is ideal for individuals who are committed to fostering a love for learning and working collaboratively with teachers, families, and the community to promote children's growth and development.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

• Assist in the implementation of the GSRP curriculum by creating and maintaining a nurturing and supportive classroom environment.

• Engage children in a variety of educational activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

• Foster positive relationships with children, encouraging exploration, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

• Support children’s needs by providing individualized attention and care based on their unique strengths and challenges.

• Observe and assess children’s development and learning, documenting progress and communicating findings to teachers and parents.

• Participate in training sessions, professional development workshops, and team meetings as required.

• Provide instructional assistance under the supervision of classroom Teacher

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of instructional plans

• Provide individual and small group instruction

• Support student assessment

• Regular and predictable attendance

Cognitive Demands:

• Supervise multiple students at once

• Provide instructional assistance to students in an individual or small group setting

• Ability to maintain a safe and orderly environment for students

• Participate in continuous professional development

• Effective oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds 

• Stand and walk frequently

• Withstand all demands presented by outside weather conditions at any time of the year 

• Assist/lift students if necessary

• Withstand a moderate noise level

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree or higher in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is preferred.

• Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is highly desirable.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for helping students succeed.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 1% 401(k) company contribution 

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

For more information on George Washington Carver Academy, please visit our website at https://www.gwcarveracademy.org/

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