What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Assistant position at ESC of Eastern Ohio?
Mahoning Valley Regional Council of Governments
Position Title: Classroom Assistant - Preschool
Category: Classified; FLSA Applies
Compensation: Hourly, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Mahoning Valley Regional Council of Government (MVRCOG) Board Policy.
Education/Degree: High school diploma or equivalent.
Reports to: Classroom Teacher
Supervises: None
Job Goal: In summary, this position assists classroom teachers and others in providing programs and services to children with disabilities.
Qualifications: The following qualifications and guidelines:
Position Title: Classroom Assistant - Preschool
Category: Classified; FLSA Applies
Compensation: Hourly, insurance coverage, and fringe benefits as per the current Mahoning Valley Regional Council of Government (MVRCOG) Board Policy.
Education/Degree: High school diploma or equivalent.
Reports to: Classroom Teacher
Supervises: None
Job Goal: In summary, this position assists classroom teachers and others in providing programs and services to children with disabilities.
Qualifications: The following qualifications and guidelines:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Educational Aide Certificate.
- Complete and obtain a positive BCI and FBI fingerprint background check.
- Experience in Proficiency with computer applications, including Google Applications, Microsoft Office, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Exceptional organizational and communications skills.
- Abilities to promote positive internal and external customer relations.
- Alternatives to the above as approved by the Governing Board.
- Assist in preparation of materials.
- Assist in preparation of snacks/meals.
- Assist in organizing, setting up and removal of equipment/materials.
- Assist in clean up- trash removal, cleaning floor, tables, chairs, equipment, storage areas, dishes, etc.
- Assist in creating and maintaining an educational learning environment.
- Assist the Teacher in administration of assessment tools.
- Assist the Teacher in the implementation of large group, small group, and individual activities.
- Assist the Teacher in maintaining control of the classroom by using positive guidance techniques.
- Exhibit an attitude of respect to parents in the classroom, and all other encounters (i.e.: monthly parent meetings, trainings, committees, etc.).
- Assist parents when they volunteer in the classroom.
- Exhibit professional attitude and speech at all times.
- Attend all required meetings, training sessions and in services.
- Maintain current personnel date, including but not limited to the following:
a. Physical exam, High School Diploma, or GED
b. Conviction Statement, Police Record, and
c. References
- Any other duties assigned by the Superintendent.
