- All other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or management.
- Assist classroom staff and cooperate in a supportive role in the classroom.
- Assist classrooms in the distribution, delivery and cleanup of meals.
- Assist in implementing large and small group activities.
- Assist in providing a variety of ways to ensure frequent and consistent contact with families.
- Assist in the continuity of care for all children.
- Participants in classroom child supervision procedure compliance.
- Assist in the recruitment of children and families to our HS/EHS/GSRP programs.
- Assist with planning and implementation of the daily program according to the principles in the Creative Curriculum.
- Comply with Agency’s Mission, Vision and Culture statements.
- Comply with program and Agency policies and procedures.
- Assist in completing the Assistant Teacher duties and responsibilities when Assistant Teacher is absent.
- Engage with children and families
- Participates in recruitment and attends events as scheduled.
- Perform duties as assigned to maintain clean, organized and inviting classroom such as food service, washing dishes and organizing supplies.
- Provide direct supervision of children.
- Responsible to keep assigned work area or classroom clean and assist in facility checks and miscellaneous housekeeping duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications/Education:
Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. CDA is preferred. Bilingual language speaking a plus.
Experience: Minimum of six months experience in early childhood development is preferred.
Professional Competence and Job Knowledge:
- Ability to adapt curriculum to meet the needs of all children.
- Ability to apply Early Childhood Development theory in daily classroom activities, and adapt to the individual needs of children.
- Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of zero to five year old children.
- Willingness to continue professional growth through continued education.
- Working knowledge of available community resources.
