Head Start Teacher’s Aide – Dillingham BBNA - Child Development

Teacher’s Aide HS SY24-25 Job DescDownload

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

OBJECTIVE : Assist Teacher in following a daily curriculum of activities and help keep a safe environment for playing and learning for young children.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Job qualifications are stated as Essential Job Results in the Job Description. Past and present Head Start parents are encouraged to apply.

Job Knowledge / Documentation Required : Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria of the Alaska Barrier Crimes regulations as a prerequisite to hiring; background clearance check including fingerprints. State required health documentation, CPR / First Aid or ability to complete within 90 days. Strength and stamina for the physical demands of spending extended time at the children’s level, and lifting and handling equipment, furniture, and materials. A familiarity with Bristol Bay area, people, and cultures.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS :

Maintains and promotes a safe and healthy environment for young children

• Ensuring no children are left unattended at any time.
• Supervising indoor and outdoor play areas in such a way that children’s safety can be easily monitored.
• Learning and following regulations and procedures related to operating a Head Start classroom facility including Environmental Conservation, food safety / nutrition, immunization, safe water, and precautions to prevent the spread of disease.
• Following fire safety standards of fire prevention authorities and participating in emergency evacuation plan practice monthly.
• Assisting with required safety drills both in the classroom and on the bus.
• Checking to ensure equipment and supplies are safe, durable, adequate, and varied.
• Following appropriate discipline guidelines to include offering positive reinforcement and redirection, setting realistic expectations, and clear, consistent limits.
• Completing bus aide training and implementing all safety measures for student transportation.

Assist with classroom management

Achieves other Program functions

Assists Center Coordinator / Teacher with ongoing documentation and site accountability including :

Lesson Plans

Case Management Forms

Home Visit Reports

Attendance Home Visit Reports

Parent / Teacher Conference Reports

Accident Reports

Monthly Attendance Reports

Child Observations

Records of Absence

Creative Curriculum Checklists

Family Contact Reports

Individualized Plans

In-Kind Forms

Establishes effective relationships with children, parents, members of the community, and staff of the Head Start program.

Keeps Management Informed

Protects program integrity and client privacy

Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning

Contributes to overall team effort

DUTY STATION : VAL Family Resource Center Head Start Classroom

REPORTS TO : Center Coordinator

WAGE : $19.45 – 24.95 / hr

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Salary : $19 - $25