About Our Academy

Benton Harbor Charter School Academy believes that the most significant learning occurs where trust and love for one another are the foundation. As you enter the doors, you can feel the passion and caring community exude from the academy. Students, staff and parents are committed to a safe environment where all believe that students belong in the most rigorous studies and are destined for success.

A successful candidate for this position has:

• An unwavering belief that all children regardless of their background can learn and exceed at high levels. 
• A strong desire to achieve outstanding results in the pursuit of excellence for students. 
• The ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families to build trust and rapport within the school community.
• The willingness to be a humble change agent.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

About the role

To provide students with a first class learning experience that contributes to their development as enlightened and responsible citizens and as leaders in their communities, while sharing a commitment to the success of the missions, goals, and objectives of the Academy.

What you'll do

• Helps the Strong Beginnings Preschool Teacher to guide the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals and implementation of personal learning plans of students.
• Assists the Strong Beginnings Preschool Teacher with the developed and clearly thought out plans and activities that reflect student interest and follow age appropriate concepts and practices.
• Motivates students to achieve at their highest level of ability and potential through classroom activities, assignments, relationships, participation, and feedback; holds high expectations and demonstrates sensitivity to different learning styles.
• Provides a classroom atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and the development of responsible citizenship.
• Continually strives to collaborate to improve classroom methods, support techniques, and interpersonal relationships.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• CDA in Preschool Development or Associates degree in a Child Related Field
• Compliance with all DLARA's BCHS child care licensing staffing requirements including, but not limited to TB test, CPR/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen training completion, CPS Child Abuse/Neglect and ICHAT/Fingerprint screening/Child Care Background Check Clearance.
• Able to use technology as an instructional tool in the classroom, as a means of analyzing academic achievement data, and as a tool to aid effective communications.
• Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Child Related Field
• Knowledge and skills working with students from all backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written expression using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated competence as a teacher in all areas of focus.

About Choice Schools Associates

Benton Harbor Charter School Academy (BHCSA) is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider, Choice Schools offers a student-centered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendent's office, Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas, including instruction, professional development, curriculum, human resources, finance, compliance, communications, and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Scholar Model, BHCSA is a vibrant community of learning, comprised of multiple other outstanding scholar schools within the state. The Scholar Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tight-knit community school in your area.