Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and creating a nurturing learning environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children during their formative years.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each child in his/her classroom using proper assessment tools
• Help children progress academically, socially and emotionally with continual interactions and play
• Prepare each child academically according to developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum
• Correspond weekly with parents and caregivers
• Keep meticulous and timely records/case notes
• Ensure that visual supervision of the children is maintained at all times
• Ensure a positive emotional climate for the children by showing respect to children and adults through a willingness to help others, by maintaining harmonious and respectful interpersonal relationships
• Use appropriate and approved discipline techniques and language
• Maintain an environment conducive to preventive discipline
• Speak in a well-modulated, pleasant and caring voice to children, caregivers, and staff
• Represent the Community School publicly in a positive way
• Ensure that a clean, safe, healthy and sanitary learning environment is maintained and that children are kept clean, and toys and other materials are disinfected each day
• During periods of physical activity, ensures that active involvement is maintained with children to promote gross and fine motor development
• Complete required hours of relevant and approved in-service trainings annually
• Ensures compliance with company’s policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as those requirements set forth by regulatory agencies, including EIDT , Child Care Licensing, and the Department of Health
• Display concern for the rights of children and families served by the center
• Work from a place of empathy and respect, treating staff, children and parents with dignity at all times
• Report for work dressed appropriately and complies with company policies regarding dress code and appearance
• Ensure of confidentiality children and employee information
• Attend professional development trainings
• Enrollment in CDA program within 1 year of employment (preferred)
• RBT Training to be provided

Requirements:
- Previous experience in daycare, preschool, or childcare setting
- Strong understanding of child development principles
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs
- Familiarity with behavior management techniques
- Passion for working with young children

The Community School of Cleburne County, Inc. is dedicated to giving the children we serve the best possible start for the best possible outcome.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $11.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Heber Springs, AR 72543 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Heber Springs, AR 72543: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11