HOURS : M-F / 8 : 30AM - 3 : 30PM
NOTES : 180 Day contract / Benefits include healthcare and retirement / Earn between $14.34-$19.76(based on years of experience) / 4 paid holidays
TITLE : Para Educator Preschool
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Has a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
- Has and maintains certification in American Red Cross / American Heart Association CPR and First Aid
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education; or
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Obtained an associate’s degree (or higher); or
- (Applies to Title I schools only) Met rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness and mathematics readiness)
- Has demonstrated the ability or potential to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, and staff
- Has experience working with children in an organized setting
RESPONSIBLE TO : Principal / Preschool Teacher
JOB GOAL : To assist the teacher in creating and facilitating a developmentally appropriate and responsive environment to meet the needs of each child and of the classroom group as a whole; to serve as a supportive resource to each child’s family.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
Assist teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program for children based on the High Scope model and incorporating successful strategies from other early childhood and special education methodsAssist physically disabled students (feed, position, toileting)Work to integrate special needs children into each activity focusing on embedding skills in the daily routineParticipate actively in circle time activities with the groupHelp students with concepts presented by the teacherListen to students retell stories and picture readRead to studentsFacilitate small-group activitiesAssist children in making choices and problem solvingHelp students work on projectsHelp students select books and activitiesHelp students explore interestsAssist students with mealsModel and encourage appropriate language skillsAssist the teacher in planning an environment and providing experiences which address all areas of child developmentAssist the teacher in monitoring child progress through a variety of data recording methods, which may include; anecdotal observations, videotaping, portfolio, Whole Child Indicator, or other assessment protocolsAssist the teacher in evaluating on a regular basis through classroom and full staff meetings, strengths and weaknesses of the programAssist the teacher in maintaining a clean, safe, and inviting environment in which children can develop optimallyModel mature and professional behavior for children, staff and familiesAssist in developing and implementing the Individual Education Plan (IEP) for children with disabilitiesParticipate annually in at least 18 hours of professional development activities provided by the District and other self-elected professional growth activitiesAccompany teacher on home visits when appropriateAssist child with special needs such as toileting, feeding and liftingAssist teacher in maintaining age appropriate disciplineMaintain compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and follow established program policies and proceduresMaintain child’s records and maintain confidentiality of records, family Contacts, preschool activities and information received from other agenciesAssist in developmental screening and assessment activities as appropriateAccompany children to and from the bussesAlert teacher of any problem or special information about an individual childPerform routing clerical duties, such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operation of copy machine; maintain classroom records; and maintain attendance recordsSPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FAMILY AND COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT :
Schedule and monitor home visits with the teacher and parents to ensure all students have a minimum of two home visits and one parent conference at schoolMaintain copies of home visit forms for each childMonitor parent contacts to ensure communication with parents is frequentPrepare weekly or monthly newsletters and any parent information letters regarding trips, happenings, etc. with the assistance of the teacherLabel and log new equipment and materialsAssist the Record / Health assistant with her responsibilitiesSPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RECORDS / HEALTH ASSISTANT
Maintain the permanent records on all students in the classroom to ensure their organization and completenessMaintain a control sheet on all students to keep record of immunizations and other required paperworkContact parents if information is inadequate and request necessary informationMaintain attendance records and lunch count and keep up to date class roster. Submit class roster to preschool consultant’s office monthlyMaintain an up-to-date control sheet on vision and hearing screening and follow-up treatmentMaintain supply list and prepare purchase order for health supplies, garbage can liners, disinfectant spray, personal protection supplies, soap, etc.Perform any additional duties assigned by the preschool teacher or principalTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Hourly (Grade 04)6.5 hrs. per day32.5 hrs. per wk.180 days9 ¼ monthsBoard approved 8-8-02, Revised 6 / 9 / 2016, revised 6 / 13 / 2019