What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toddler Teacher or Family Education Paraprofessional position at Semcac?
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JOB STATUS: (TEACHER)Full-time (40 hours/week), 9 or 12 months per year, Depending on the Program (HS vs EHS)
RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan, prepare, and teach center days that provide a comprehensive Head Start experience that meets the requirements of the Head Start Performance Standard to include an organized series of experiences that align with the curricula. Serve and evaluate children’s progress, basing program planning and individualization on child outcomes data with the goal of improving children’s readiness for school. Complete record-keeping, child assessments, communication, case notes, data collection, and other participant documentation as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Plan, prepare, and conduct center classroom days.
- Assure children’s individual needs and differences are met.
- Plan and implement learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of children.
- Complete child assessments with fidelity.
- Encourage family engagement in the program.
- Supervise classroom staff.
- Coordinate and provide services for children with disabilities.
- Facilitate the transition of Head Start children to the next educational facility.
- Coordinate and integrate nutrition and health activities into the classroom.
- Assist with grantee efforts in recruitment of Head Start children.
- Support and Model Semcac’s Code of Conduct and Behavior Guidance Policy and Procedure.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- AA or BA degree in Early Childhood Education, or a related field as defined by the Office of Head Start, or obtained a CDA credential and enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year Early childhood program.
- CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.35 - $25.21 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25
