JOB
**2 Vacancies are part time 18.75 hours per week, 9.5 months per year
Shift Hours: 2:15pm-6:00pm
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of site administrator or CDC Coordinator, assist the Preschool Lead or classroom teacher in planning, organizing and implementing approved developmentally appropriate curriculum for the development of children enrolled in the preschool Child Development Center (CDC) and/or the Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) programs; provide a safe and nurturing environment conducive to the growth and development of children.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Assist individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the Preschool Lead/classroom teacher.
2. Prepare lessons as directed by the Preschool Lead/classroom teacher
3. Administer assessments and record observational data
4. Observe and redirect behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
5. Monitor students on the playground, during snack or lunch time, during parent meetings and on field trips.
6. Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparation and duplication of instructional materials, scoring papers, recording grades, taking roll, and maintaining records and files.
7. Provide support to Preschool Lead/classroom teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
8. Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
9. Confer, as needed, with Preschool Lead/classroom teacher concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
10. Assure the health and safety of students by following all health and safety rules.
11. Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist volunteers as necessary.
12. Participate in meetings and professional development as assigned.
13. Set up snack and lunch for students; clean up after snack and lunch.
14. Perform other job-related duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma, GED, or Certificate of Completion and a minimum of 12 units of Early Childhood Education or Child Development college coursework, including core courses (child/human growth & development; child/family/community or child and family relations; and early childhood programs and or curriculum).
A Child Development Associate Teacher Permit or higher is also required.
EXPERIENCE:
At least fifty (50) days of 3+ hours per day within two (2) years working with preschool aged children in an organized classroom setting.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
