Early Education Assistant - ECLC - Desert Willow (11864)

The job of Early Education Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting in providing quality care of children in the District's Early Childhood programs.

Responsibilities: 

• Assists in arranging the environment
• Assists in providing an atmosphere where children are safe, and feel nurtured and valued
• Assists the Early Childhood Extension Program - Lead in carrying out various duties, e.g., preparing snacks, cleaning, monitoring supplies and maintenance of the facility
• Assists with the supervision of children and implementation of activities
• Attends all required staff meetings and must obtain a minimum of 18 hours of job-related training each year with verification of attendance to be placed in personnel files
• Communicates positively and effectively with parents and always acknowledges and greets parents/visitors/children when they arrive and depart
• Documents communications, phone messages, written correspondence, parental requests and concerns
• Follows the Casa Grande Elementary School District Governing Board Policies and Procedures, Community Services Staff handbook, and the rules and regulations of the Department of Health Services and accreditation agency
• Maintains a work atmosphere that generates trust, collaboration and caring;maintains Accountability of children, making sure they are signed in and out daily by an authorized person
• Maintains on-going communication with the Site Director and other staff
• Participates in children's activites
• Participates in planning and implementing age appropriate programs with the lead staff
• Responsible for reading the Staff Notebook and signing in and out daily

Qualifications:  High school diploma or equivalent

Requirements:

• Pre-employment proficiency test
• Criminal Justice/fingerprint clearance
• Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English

This is a 10 month School Year position only.

Salary : $16