IDENTIFICATION

Job Title: Lower School Paraprofessional (full time)
Direct Supervisor(s): Lower School Teacher & Lower School Principal

SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to assist a classroom teacher in facilitating the teaching and learning process within a traditional classroom setting.

Prince Avenue Christian School (PACS) is a ministry of Prince Avenue Baptist Church (PABC), and the faculty and staff’s conduct reflects on the church and school. Therefore, this employee agrees to conduct herself or himself in a Godly manner at all times and be under the authority of the school administration and PABC and to abide by the policies and statement of faith thereof.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward work assignment
• Assist teacher with lessons and daily classroom activities
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by the teacher
• Assist the teacher in preparing materials and equipment for direct instructional activity, including locating, copying, collating, distributing and/or grouping materials to support instructional activities planned by the teacher.
• Assist with bulletin boards and decorations for instructional purposes and for special events
• Supervise students as needed
• Communicate clearly and positively with students and all stakeholders
• Perform assigned non-instructional classroom duties such as snack time, class change routines, and toileting
• Serve as a source of information and assist any substitute teacher assigned to the class
• Attend staff meetings as required
• Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students in school environment and community
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with principal, supervising teacher, students, parents, staff and public
• Participate in professional learning activities which align with school improvement goals
• Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or principal

All faculty and staff are expected to play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students. This includes integration of a biblical worldview into all subject matter and lessons.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A committed Christian who is active in an evangelical church ministry
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills to work with faculty, parents, and administration
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, and coworkers.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application on our website at www.princeave.org.

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IDENTIFICATION
Job Title: Bus Driver Daily Route AM and PM
Direct Supervisor: Director of Transportation

SUMMARY
The primary focus of this position is to drive a daily bus route, both before school and after school to pick up students at pre-determined locations and then to return them to the same locations after
school, approximately 180 days per school year.
Prince Avenue Christian School (PACS) is a ministry of Prince Avenue Baptist Church (PABC), and the faculty and staff’s conduct reflects on the church and school. Therefore, this employee agrees to conduct herself or himself in a Godly manner at all times and be under the authority of the school
administration and PABC and to abide by the policies and statement of faith thereof.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Demonstrate positive attitude toward work assignment
• Drive school bus in a safe and legal manner
• Perform daily safety checks on bus
• Report bus riders’ names each trip
• Maintain orderly conduct on bus at all times
• Maintain up to date Georgia Driver License
• Follow all Georgia state laws that pertain to driving and operating a school bus
• Clean interior of bus daily, maintaining a clean and healthy environment
• Report all issues with the vehicle performance directly to Transportation Director each trip
• Participate in monthly in-service training program
• Complete all required forms each week/month and submit them in a timely manner
• Maintain driving schedule and driving route as instructed by supervisor
All faculty and staff are expected to play a formative role in the spiritual lives of students. This includes integration of a biblical worldview into daily interactions with students.

QUALIFICATIONS
• A committed Christian who is active in an evangelical church ministry
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills to work with faculty, parents, and
administration
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, and
coworkers
• Valid Georgia Driver License
• Prefer a CDL with Student and Passenger endorsement (not mandatory for route driver)

IDENTIFICATION:
Job Title: After School Program Counselor
Direct Supervision: Lower School Principal or Head of School
Scope of Work: Coincides with School Calendar

SUMMARY:
An After School Program counselor is responsible for assisting the program Director as deemed necessary and appropriate in supervising and interacting with students attending the program on any given day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The hours of operation of the program are 2:45-6:00 on normal release school days and 11:15-6:00 on early release school days. Counselors are expected to arrive no less than 15 minutes before the start time each day that they work, unless given permission to arrive later by the Director.
• Assist the Director in setting up the area(s) to be used prior to the students arriving for the program. Verify that all resources needed for the program have been reserved through the campus-wide calendaring program.
• Promote a safe and healthy environment for program participants.
• Assist as requested with the cleaning and/or disinfecting of supplies, equipment and high touch surface areas each day.
• Participate equitably in managing the “closing shift” of the program schedule on a rotational basis as scheduled by the Director. (Closing shift is 5:30-6:00 PM.)
• When serving on the closing shift, verify that all equipment and supplies have been properly stored, floors have been swept if needed, lights have been turned off, and doors have been locked.
• Assist as instructed in maintaining accurate and organized attendance records.
• Report and document immediately any and all student injuries or incidents to the program Director or acting Director.
• Document accident or injury events to which you were the closest witnessing supervisor by promptly completing and submitting an official Student Accident Report (found in the Program Operations Manual).
• Ensure that parents are notified as soon as is feasible of any accidents or injuries a child sustains.
• Maintain superior communication with parents and other school staff.

All faculty and staff are expected to play an integral role in the spiritual lives of students. This includes integration of a Biblical worldview into their subject matter and lessons.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Evidence of spiritual maturity, confidentiality, and a self-starter
• Good written and verbal communication skills with parents and other school personnel
• Experience working with children
• CPR/First Aid Certification preferred

To be considered for this position, please complete the non-teaching application on our website at www.princeave.org and contact Becky Callaway at bcallaway@princeave.org.

OVERVIEW: In the absence of the classroom teacher, the substitute teacher provides instruction, encourages students’ progress, and manages the learning environment in accordance with the goals and directives of the school.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement existing lesson plans in a manner that ensures consistency and encourages student participation
• Maintain a well-managed classroom that fosters a safe and positive teaching and learning environment
• Assign classwork and homework to students in accordance with lesson plans
• Ensure adequate supervision of students
• If necessary, supervise students in areas outside of the classroom (chapel, cafeteria, playground, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• A committed Christian who is active in an evangelical church ministry
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and have the ability to establish effective working relationships with faculty/staff and students
• Strong command of the English language
• Must successfully complete a background check
• Must be able to maintain and respect the confidentiality of student and school information

To be considered for this position, please complete the teaching application on our website at www.princeave.org and email it to employment@princeave.org.

Prince Avenue Christian School is seeking qualified school bus drivers. We currently have a three stop route available and several openings for athletic and field trip drivers. Candidates must have a Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements. A background check and drug test is required. If interested, please complete the bus driver application above and submit it to sberck@princeave.org.