Qualifications:
Education/Certification
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or Associate’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
Special Knowledge/Skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- General knowledge of child development
- Ability to instruct young children and manage their behavior
Experience
- Experience working with preschool aged children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Works with the classroom teacher in planning, supervising, and implementing activities for students in accordance with the procedures and philosophy of the program and Head Start Performance Standards
- Prepares learning center activities, instructional materials, and classroom displays as requested by the teacher
- Conducts instructional activities assigned by the teacher; works with individual students, whole group, or small groups
- Handles discipline promptly and in accordance with the stated policy
- Assists with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
- Provides orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
- Supervises students on a given bus route during the pick-up and drop-off times, before and after school hours, maintains accurate bus rider rosters and attendance, communicates effectively with parents and bus drivers as appropriate
- Maintains accurate administrative records and prepares required reports as directed
- Actively monitors students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom including cafeteria, playground, and bus
- Supervise and insure the safety and well-being of the children at all times
- Comply with local, state, and federal policies, operating procedures, and requirements
- Prepares and monitors daily oral hygiene routines for students
- Assists in preparing for and participates in triennial federal reviews
- Participates in staff development to improve job performance
- Participates in all staff meetings and other activities as requested by the Head Start Director
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Classroom audio/visual systems, phone system, facsimile, copier, personal computer, iPad
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, active learning required; occasional evening event attendance
Days Employed: 187
Salary: Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide |