Instructional Assistant Head Start
Instructional Assistant Head Start
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
To comply with all federal guidelines (Head Start Performance Standards Transmittal Notices etc. and local Head Start/Early Head Start policies in providing children and families with Head Start/Early Head Start services. To assist teachers in providing children with a learning environment and varied experiences which will help them develop socially intellectually physically and emotionally in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development and toward the overall goal of social competence.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
- High School diploma or GED required
- Child Development Associate (CDA) or willingness to obtain within one year required
- Current first aid/ CPR certification or willingness to obtain required
Skills
- Experience working with young children preferred
- Loving nurturing disposition toward young children required
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
- Clear background history checks at the local state and federal levels required (Background checks are conducted by the ESC at no cost to the applicant.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and uphold the high standards of the Head Start quality of care according to the Head Start Performance Standards
- Moderate technology skills required
- Willing to uphold the Head Start Standards of Conduct required
- Must be service driven with the ability to assume personal responsibility and maintain a positive outlook
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills possess the ability to work as a team player enjoy a variety of activities and possess organizational abilities
Working Conditions:
- Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom and nursery equipment such as toys playgrounds multiplerider strollers etc.; personal computer and printer
- Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
- Motion: Must be physically able to participate in moderate to high levels of physical activity such as but not limited to standing for moderate to lengthy periods of time frequent squatting and sitting on the floor frequent walking and overhead reaching occasional driving
- Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying 45 pounds or more)
- Environment: Must be physically able to tolerate cleaning products and sanitizers work inside and outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather); exposure to noise; frequent exposure to bodily fluids; tolerate occasional travel between work sites
- Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions maintain emotional control under stress and selfcontrol in the presence of children
- Regular Attendance is an essential function
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Engages in respectful goaloriented partnerships with families to promote student success and family wellbeing
- Cooperates with and assists teacher regarding classroom operations
- Assists children with diapering and toilet training using Early Head Start/Head Start approved procedures
- Actively supervises and interacts with children during all activities
- Uses calm nonthreatening voice
- Demonstrates respect for each child and accepts differences in children
- Corrects through conversation and models expected behavior
- Follows safety and environment regulations
- Maintains confidentiality of child and family information
- Models correct speech patterns and vocabulary for children
- Interacts in a positive manner with parents and treats them with respect
- Maintains a safe playground environment
- Acts as primary caregiver in the teachers absence
- Substitutes in classes as needed
- Follows teachers instructions for lesson plans
- Provides emergency medical care as needed
- Eats one meal daily with children (sharing the same menu) and assists children with clean up
- Monitors the appropriate approved persons to pick up the children
- 19. Cleans and sanitizes materials throughout the day and completes required documentation
- Complies with center policies
- Supports program policies and changes
- Completes and submits all forms by due dates
- Attends all required staff development and meetings
- Attends parent meetings as required
- Attends home visits as needed
- Completes appropriate Child Development Associates (CDA) credential within timeline designated by Head Start/Early Head Start CDA advisor; maintains current Child Development Associates (CDA) credential once obtained
- Obtains and maintains first aid/CPR certifications
- Complies with ESC personnel policies regarding absences and tardiness
- Collects and analyzes information for improvement
- Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities
- Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16
- Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters
- Supports the mission goals and objectives of the ESC strategic plan
- Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program
- Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies processes and procedures
- Manages time calendar and job responsibilities to meet deadlines
- Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor
- Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor
- Performs other duties as assigned
Annual Number of Work Days: 190
Employment Type
Full-Time
