Preschool Center Aide PC# 050012

PRESCHOOL AIDE GENERAL SUMMARY Under the supervision and guidance of the Teacher or Center Director, performs the necessary duties to assist implementation of a comprehensive child development program for preschool aged children. Performs other duties directly related to this job description. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES LEADERSHIP Reports suspected child abuse in accordance with state, county, and district reporting procedures. Maintains confidentiality of staff, parent, child, client, community, and agency information included in files, conversations, meetings, correspondence, or any other source. Keeps informed of current theories and practices in the field. Participates in new staff orientation/mentoring activities. Works as a team member to support the functions and operations of the Dos Palos-Oro Loma Joint Unified School District (DPOL). Interacts with children and families in a culturally sensitive manner. Makes recommendations for replacement, purchase, or repair of equipment. Adheres to, and ensures staff adheres to DPOL values. Presents a professional model for staff, parents/families, children and the community. Attends pre- and in-service training and other training as required. Engages in personal and professional development. MANAGEMENT Ensures the physical facilities are clean, sanitary, and in proper working order. Ensures outdoor equipment and playground areas are inspected daily. Ensures classroom areas are inspected on a daily basis. Ensures compliance with state licensing regulations, and state preschool regulations. Participates in staff meetings weekly to share agency, center, family and child information, plan program, and resolve other issues as needed. Participates in a highly functioning, cohesive team to assure the implementation of a quality program for children and families. CHILD DEVELOPMENT/HEALTH SERVICES Ensures that cultural experiences that are reflective of the culture of each child are integrated into the daily classroom setting. Provides a developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive leaning environment and curriculum which leads to increasing growth and development in all developmental areas for each preschool child. Supports children in personal hygiene (e.g. Toileting, tooth brushing, diapering). Assists in child monitoring on the playground and with bus monitoring. Ensures that necessary materials and supplies are available and maintained. Makes educational home visits and parent/teacher conferences if requested. Ensures that a positive physical, emotional climate is established that provides children with a sense of security and trust. FAMILY/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Develops good communication with parents/families and reinforces the concept that parents/families are the primary educator of their children. Participates in training for parents as they volunteer at the site as classroom aides, and in other areas of the center. Supports parents as individuals and as partners by offering information and resources as the parents perform their leadership function in the family. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Knowledge of child growth and development; Desired Results Performance. Ability to respect the confidentiality of program-related incidents and information. Ability to operate necessary program equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions. Ability to maintain positive attitude toward and control of the children. Ability to sustain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to see, read, and distinguish colors with or without vision aids; ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels; ability to communicate so others will clearly understand normal conversation. Ability to understand and respect confidentiality of all information pertaining to students. Ability to keep records and prepare verbal and written reports. Ability to work effectively with children and parents. Ability to work effectively with people from all socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. WORKING CONDITIONS Facility to sit at a desk, conference table or in meetings rooms of various configurations for extended amounts of time. Manual dexterity to dial a telephone, and enter data into a computer. Physical agility to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and to bend, stoop, walk and reach overhead. Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist and turn. Mental acuity to perform the essential functions of this position in an accurate, neat, timely fashion; to make good judgments and decisions; and to evaluate the results of decisions and judgments. Facility to drive a car. Moderate to high stress level. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Primarily indoor classroom and school setting. Temperature - normal climate. CONTACTS Daily contact with students, parents, teachers, school and District staff. OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATES/LICENSES Valid California driver’s license and proof of the minimum public liability insurance coverage mandated by the State of California. Must possess an acceptable driving record and provide a current DMV printout (vehicle driving record). First Aide Certificate and CPR card. Current TB test, pre-employment medical examination and fingerprint clearance. Failure to meet medical standards or fingerprint clearance may result in termination or withdrawal of job appointment. EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS •High school diploma or equivalent and 7-11 units in Early Childhood/Child Development. •Experience working with preschool children. Dexterity and physical condition to maintain a rigorous work schedule and meet standards of physical and mental health. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each principal duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal functions of the position. Note: Minimum qualifications may be waived on a case-by-case basis by the Superintendent or designee in his/her sole and absolute discretion. Board Approved: August 19, 2004

Salary : $16 - $21