Paraprofessional

EARLY LEARNING CONNECTIONS

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Reinforce daily lesson plans.

• Supports/Assists teaching team as they implement Curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards in the classroom.

• Assist with preparation and clean-up of meals.

• Complete classroom sanitation and hygiene routines.

• Responsible for toileting/diapering.

• Participates in all necessary trainings or meetings.

• Promote the organization in the community by sharing the responsibility of active recruitment of children.

• Staff will support the program-wide adoption of the teaching pyramid model to promote the development of young childrens social-emotional competence and address challenging behavior.

• Staff will create and maintain a positive organizational culture by demonstrating the program-wide behavioral expectations in their social interactions with children families community members and colleagues.

• Structure a developmentally appropriate education experience in the classroom

• Teaches students to follow rules and procedures in the classroom and school

• Monitors students progress throughout the year and evaluates preparedness for kindergarten

• Communicates all progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to headteacher

• Builds and maintains positive relationships with parents

• Enforces safety and security standards for children staff and visitors

• Maintains knowledge of research developments and best practices in early childhood education

• Maintains required paperwork for individual student files attendance incident reports and other necessary records

• Enthusiastic personality that will engage preschool children

• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with adults and children

• Ability to collaborate and communicate with teachers support staff parents and students in a positive constructive way.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software as required for record-keeping and documentation.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A high school diploma or GED certificate

• one years experience related to the care and development of children.

• Current Pennsylvania Drivers License and good driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking throughout the classroom

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at a time

• Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day and bend kneel or squat to be at eye level with the children

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority