Instructional Assistant-Child Care

Under administrative direction, assist an assigned teacher in the supervision and instruction of students; participate and instruct students in a variety of educational craft, play and game activities; maintain attendance records. Prepare and organize instructional materials; assist children with homework, various indoor and outdoor activities. Prepare and serve snacks and meals; set tables according to teacher instructions; instruct children on proper hand-washing techniques; assist children needing to use the bathroom facilities. Perform light housekeeping duties including washing dishes, clearing lunch tables, cleaning mats and workstations, sweeping floors and cleaning sinks, maintain the classroom in a safe, sanitary and orderly condition. Education/Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school, completion of twelve (12) Early Childhood Education units and at least one year working with children in an organized setting. Knowledge/Ability: Knowledge of equipment, supplies and materials used in a childcare program; basic record-keeping techniques; sanitation practices related to handling and serving food. The ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; understand and follow oral directions; prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations. Licenses/ Other: Possession of or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment First Aid and CPR Certificates issued by an authorized agency.

Salary : $19 - $23