What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Head Start Teacher Aide, Flagstaff, AZ position at NACOG?
$18.16-18.99/hr, 40 hrs/wk, 43 wks/yr
Summary
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Working under direct supervision and with routine difficulty, this position is responsible for providing assistance to the Teacher with planning and implementing activities in the classroom, and maintaining a safe environment for children in adherence with all standards and regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor and document of classroom activities
- Perform transitions from one activity to the next
- Assist with preparation of lesson plans and appliable data entry
- Assist with providing meals, clean up, and toothbrushing
- Actively participates in the recruitment of eligible children and families
- Assist with parent teaching and home visits
- Perform data entry and filing tasks
- Attend and participate in various meetings
- Perform safety checks in the classroom to ensure classroom safety
- Greet incoming families and perform health checks
- Other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Level I: Entry level, must meet the requirements of the job descriptions, and one year of experience working with preschool children.
Level II: Basic requirements and Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA) that is age appropriate to the children being served in the center-based programs; or a state-awarded certificate for preschool teachers that meets or exceeds the requirement for a CDA, and one year of experience working with preschool children.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Criminal Background Check
- Fingerprint Clearance Card, Level I
- TB Skin Test
- Motor Vehicle Report (annually)
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:
- Food Handlers license (within 6 months)
- CPR/first aid/interrater (within 6 months)
- Childhood Development Associate Credential (CDA)- Level II only
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Communication with children
GENERAL COMPETENCIES:
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural competence
- Discretion
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
TRAVEL REQUIRED:
□ < 5% XXX □ < 25% □ < 50% □ < 75% □ 100%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Activity: Frequent listening, talking, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, lifting, finger use, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motion. Occasional sitting and pulling.
Physical exertion: ___ Sedentary; __ Light; _X_Medium; __ Heavy; __ Very Heavy. Work involves exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Visual requirements: Close visual acuity for compiling and analyzing data; viewing a computer screen; and reading.
Working conditions: Regular exposure to potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious disease. Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION.
Benefits include: Agency Paid Health, Dental, Vision, Arizona State Retirement (ASRS); Sick & Holiday Pay
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Salary : $18 - $19
