Instructional Aide-Headstart Preschool (25-11)

Jurupa Unified School District INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE – HEAD START/PRESCHOOL DEFINITION Under direction to assist a teacher, specialist, or other professional person with the instruction and development of students, usually of preschool age; to help students develop good health habits; to assist in the social, emotional and physical development of each student; and to do related work as required. The Instructional Aide-Head Start/Preschool position is differentiated from the Instructional Aide in that twelve (12) semester units of Early Childhood Education are required. Positions in this class provide assistance in a variety of job situations. Work is performed under the direction and/or supervision of a teacher or other professional person; the Aide provides instructional, developmental and/or clerical support to that person. Assignments are made to a variety of sites throughout the district. The sample duties listed below represent a wide range of activities that may be assigned depending on the needs and circumstances of the particular job situation. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS · Assists teachers, specialists, or other professional persons in carrying out the instructional program related to cognitive and language development, gross/fine motor development, social and emotional development of individual children; · Works with individuals and with small groups of students under the direct or indirect supervision of a qualified professional; · Prepares, organizes, directs and supervises developmentally appropriate activities; · Performs routine duties, such as, keeping attendance records, preparing attendance reports, keeping inventory of supplies and materials, typing and duplicating; · Maintains confidentiality of all student records, reports, comments and family contacts; · Assists in maintaining a neat and orderly room environment; · Assists in the preparation of instructional and training materials; · Maintains parent bulletin boards and student work displays; · Assists in maintaining classroom order according to policies established by the supervising professional and the school administration; · Prepares for assists with and cleans up after various classroom projects; · Supervises and participates with students during outdoor play, field trips, activity centers, breakfast, snacks and lunches; · Makes assigned visits to student homes; · Participates in staff meetings and inservice training programs; · May participate with qualified professional in parent conferences and in monthly parent meetings. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS · Assists children with special needs in routine non-instructional activities; · Operates audiovisual equipment; · Assists children with washing, toilet and personal care; · Performs other related duties as required. Knowledge of: Theory and practice of early childhood education; Operation of a preschool program; Personnel Services (over) INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE – HEAD START/PRESCHOOL (continued) DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of (continued): Children's games and craft activities; Simple record keeping and office procedures; Standard office equipment; The general needs and behavior of children; Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; Basic first aid/CPR procedures. Ability to: Lift preschool age children; Bend, stoop, squat, and kneel while engaging in preschool activities; Participate in active experiences, such as sitting in small chairs or on the floor, or walking, skipping, bending, kneeling, twisting or reaching; Move preschool equipment occasionally to frequently; Understand, communicate and be sensitive to the problems of students, their parents and the community; Use good, consistent judgment in the solution of problems; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Remain flexible despite frequent schedule changes or job duty changes; Keep confidential records and assist with compiling reports; Demonstrate acceptable written and oral communication skills; Supervise the activities of students, both indoors and outdoors. Read and comprehend handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various equipment and machines. Stand for sustained periods of time. Concentrate on current task in spite of distractions in an active, busy environment. Demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to classroom instruction and activities. Work with cleaning solutions, disinfectants and sanitizers in a safe and effective manner without allergic reaction. Assist preschool-aged students with meal activities, hygiene, first aid, and toileting as required. Deal with hostile, emotional, ill or angry persons in an effective manner. Effectively perform intervention procedures to prevent fights and other altercations. Work on more than one task at a time. Maintain regular, steady attendance. Experience: Background experience with children and/or adolescents. Education: Graduation from high school or its equivalent, and completion of twelve (12) semester units in Early Childhood Education is required. Personnel Services June 30, 2000 At Jurupa Unified School District, we believe that with a positive mindset, every child can succeed. Our schools and programs are founded on proven educational strategies, supported by the latest research in neuroscience and are designed to promote the personal and academic growth of all students. We empower each child to unlock their potential to achieve in school, career, and life—wherever it takes them. We call this learning without limits. Learning without limits means our district provides an array of opportunities for each child. Our wide-ranging programs offered in and out of the classroom support and engage students from early childhood through high school. Students cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, develop resiliency, and are challenged to think creatively —essential qualities for personal development, academic growth, and an individual's sense of achievement at every level. Our approach is grounded in research and science but would not be possible without the dedication, commitment, and resolve of our compassionate team of educators and staff. Jurupa Unified School District encourages students to grow personally, achieve academically, and unlock their full potential as scholars and people, believing that with a positive mindset, every child can succeed. PLEASE NOTE: PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT AND/OR STARTING WORK IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED. Twelve (12) semester units in Early Childhood Education are required to work in this classification.