Teacher Assistant/Bus Monitor- CRIT Head Start

*NOTICE*

All CRIT job vacancies have a TWO-PART application process. Submission of your resume on really is STEP ONE. You will receive a confirmation email in the following days after submission to your really EMAIL ADDRESS. That email attachment contains the application of the Colorado River Indian Tribes. THIS IS STEP TWO. You will need to fill it out in its entirety, please list ALL JOBS applied for on really and return via email to the same address. Please be sure your application is signed and all fields are complete. Any questions, please call 928-669-1320.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

A. Assist teacher and volunteers in planning, preparing, and conducting classroom activities and working with children.

B. Work in cooperation with all other teachers as requested and need arises.

C. Serve as a bus monitor on assigned bus runs.

VII. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. With the Teacher’s supervision, develop and lead classroom activities for children one week out of each month.

2. Assist in planning and implementing the education program under the supervision of the teacher.

3. Assist with the general housekeeping duties.

4. Assist with the home visits in compliance with Head Start regulations.

5. Treat all children, parents, and co-workers with dignity and respect.

6. Be punctual for all bus runs.

7. Attend all staff meetings and recommended training and workshops, including some out-of-town training.

8. Follow directions given by assigned bus driver during bus runs.

9. Participate and interact with children in a positive way throughout the day.

10. Respond to situations that pose safety threats to children using First Aid/CPR techniques or by following other established procedures.

11. Supervise children on assigned bus runs.

12. Assist children in boarding and exiting bus. Accompany children across roadways as necessary.

13. Ensure that all children on assigned morning bus run get safely into their classrooms when they arrive at the Head Start Center.

14. Attend all parent meetings and assist Teacher.

15. Other duties as directed.

VIII. QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or G.E.D.

2. Must have a Child Development Associate within 2 years of employment.

3. Applicant must enroll in college courses and work towards an AAS Degree in Early Childhood Education.

4. Applicants with degrees will have highest preference.

5. Must be literate, oral and written, in English.

6. Must provide a pre-employment drug test.

7. Annual physical exam and TB skin test.

8. Obtain Hepatitis A & B immunization.

9. Must have a valid First Aid/CPR card or ability to obtain within 90 days of probationary period and must remain current.

10. Maintain a current and valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

11. Able to pass a criminal background check as required by tribal, local and federal law.

12. Maintain punctual and dependable work attendance.

13. Must have a valid CRIT Food Handler’s Card or ability to obtain within 90 days of probationary period and must remain current.

14. Maintain strict confidentiality.

DESIREABLE CHARACTERISTICS:

1. Knowledge of and appreciation for minority cultures and persons from low-income families.

2. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member.

3. Ability to communicate in a positive tone.

4. Possess a positive work attitude and assist when needed.

5. Sincere interest in children and parents and their needs.

6. Ability to adapt to Federal and Tribal mandates.

Indian Preference:

Under the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Sections 701(b) and 703(i) explicitly exempts from coverage the preferential employment of Indian-by-Indian Tribes. Therefore, C.R.I.T. acknowledges and extends preferential treatment to enrolled C.R.I.T. members who qualify toward all employment opportunities otherwise; C.R.I.T. does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, religion, or national origin.

C.R.I.T. Offers:

Health and Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave and Pension Plan. Pre-employment drug screening is required.

APPLY:

C.R.I.T. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

26600 MOHAVE ROAD

PARKER, AZ 85344

FOR CRIT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VISIT: http://crit-nsn.gov

INDIAN PREFERENCE: Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Section 701 (b) and 703 (I) explicitly exempts from overage the preferential employment of Indians by Indian Tribes. Therefore, CRIT acknowledges and extends preferential treatment to enrolled CRIT members who qualify toward all employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, religion or national origin.

CRIT OFFERS: Health and Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave. Pre-Employment Drug Screening is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.79 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18