Job Description
Job Description
Salary : $16.63
Rooftop of Virginia CAP
Position : Assistant Teacher
Under the direction of the classroom teacher, may assist in teaching related activities which include, but are not limited to, record keeping, material processing, set-up, student assistance, tutoring and other related tasks which allow the teachers to increase the efficiency within the instructional program. May aid in assisting specific individual students with medical / physical and / or personal needs which may include, but are not limited to, toileting, feeding, dressing, transferring / lifting and carrying students.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES :Active nurturing supervision of children in the classroom.Utilize curriculum to fidelity to teach children and keep them actively entertained.Curriculum Implementation
Teacher PracticesClassroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)
Fidelity ToolLearning PlatformEarly Childhood Environmental Rating Scale (ECERS)
Ability to input accurate data.Ages & Stages Social Emotion & Developmental (ASQs)
Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP)Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening (PALS)Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP)Lesson Plans, Observations, Child Developmental Profiles, etc.
Utilizes program and agency data management systems forAttendance, Meals, Contacts, Daily Health Checks, etc.
Must be able to work closely together with other classroom staff to provide direct supervision of children.Manage schedules amongst one another to ensure coverage
Supporting knowledge of Early Learning Outcomes Frameworks, School Readiness Goals, Program Goals / PoliciesPerforming duties requested by Supervisor, Head Start Director, COO, and CEO.UNIVERSAL STANDARDS :CommunicationAbility to communicate (in-person and electronically) with staff, superiors, community officials, families effectively and appropriately.Cultural Competence and EthicsPositive, caring and supportive attitude characterized by understanding and non-judgmental commitment to participant families, coworkers, superiors, and all other persons with whom interaction occurs.Comply with all Standards of Conduct and Confidentiality Policies as these are considered of the utmost importance in working with community residents.OrganizationAbility to manage time, energy and workspace well in order to accomplish all assigned tasks successfully.ReportingAbility to complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports.Daily Attendance, Meals, Observations, etc.
Weekly Lesson PlansBiweekly - TimesheetsMonthly Meal ReportsQuarterly Conference Forms, StaffingYearly 2x per year PALS, VKRP, & CLASSHealth and SafetyAbility to squat, sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, hear, see, speak, and lift and / or carry at least 40lbs.Knowingness of possibility to exposure of blood, bodily fluids, or tissuesKnowingness of possibility to exposure of communicable diseasesTechnologyMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) proficient.Willingness to train in program and agency data management systemsProfessionalismAbility to casually present oneself.Accountability Timely, AttendanceTeam OrientedPossess problem solving skills.Continue to expand knowledge by attending trainings, etc.EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :45 CFR 1302.91(e)(3) A program must ensure Head Start [preschool] assistant teachers, at a minimum,either] : have a child development associate (CDA) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or
exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or
baccalaureate degree; or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the
time of hire.
Willingness to complete / continue trainings / certificationsAny other trainings / certifications deemed necessary. Must maintain certain certifications.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :Comply with all background checks required by the program.
Valid Virginia Drivers Licenses may be required
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, activities, assigned location, and hours of work, may change at any time with or without notice.
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