Works as a team member, with lead direction from Family Educator II, to provide integrated services to assigned families, as defined in Head Start Performance Standards and the SPS program curriculum, to facilitate the involvement of parents in their child's education and health and to support home-learning activities; works as a team to provide instruction to students in assigned classroom.
Responsibilities:
- 20% Work as a team, with lead direction from the Family Educator II and other program staff, to establish and maintain an open, friendly, courteous environment in the classroom and in all contacts with families, program participants, staff and the public; team with center staff to provide an inviting, nurturing environment reflective of the local community and cultures of participating families to enhance the self-concept of children, families, volunteers and staff.
- 25% Under the guidance of the Family Educator II, provides support for the achievement of the child portion of the family service plan, including assisting with child development, behavioral, literacy, health and dental screenings/assessments, observing and documenting development levels of assigned children, and participating in planning, evaluating, and preparing classroom activities and instructional materials; supervises children in outdoor activities.
- 10% Actively participate in the family style meal process for snacks and meals, in compliance with Head Start Standards; may be required to assist children with toileting and teach self-help skills; assists children with special needs using adaptive equipment and materials.
- 10% Assist in the maintenance of child and family records; maintain classroom facility and supplies as assigned; assist with classroom operational processes, such as budget expenditures and/or managing classroom funds and records.
- 10% Assist with activities to provide or increase services to program families, as per the SPS Head Start work plans; participate in the development of classroom and home-based strategies for family members; participates in family service planning meetings; may participate in home visits.
- 5% Work as a team member to recruit, train, and encourage parent and community volunteers; assist with planning and implementation of center meetings and parent education activities, including those held during evenings and weekends; assists in the training and support of classroom volunteers, interpreters, therapists, nurses and others.
- 10% Participate in site team meetings, program staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops, including those held during evening and weekend hours; participate in design of professional development.
- 10% Participate as a team member on a daily basis to share concerns, evaluate the classroom day and activities, discuss observations of children and/or family participation; maintain confidentiality and integrity of information in all dealings related to program participants and staff.
Other Functions:
- Performs related duties consistent with the scope of the position.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to the Area Supervisor with lead guidance from the Family Educator II; works as a team with assigned site staff; supports training activities for parents; may provide guidance to parents and volunteers.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge: Preschool and early childhood curriculum and development activities; Classroom management.
- Skills: Communicating with families and students of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a positive and respectful manner; Identifying and recording observations of child development levels, family health and dental needs; Working as a member of a team providing feedback on all levels of program and classroom services/standards.
- Abilities: Read and follow program policies and work effectively in a team; Lift up to 40 pounds; Move freely around in a preschool environment, including working and playing at a child's level; accompany children outside during recess and to accompany them on field trips; Assist preschool children with toileting and self-help skills; Work with children and families that may have handicaps and/or special needs; Establish and maintain an effective relationship with children, families, staff, the community and the public in a diverse community; Demonstrate communication skills in writing and orally; Work as a team and individually; Maintain confidentiality and integrity of information and records.
Conditions/Disclaimers:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position and are not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Education:
Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field required.
Substitution:
One year of paid or unpaid work experience can substitute for one year of the education requirement. Applicable relevant Early Childhood Education coursework in other degree types will be considered.
Years of Relevant Experience:
One (1) year of paid or unpaid work experience in a family-centered preschool program is required.
Certifications & Licenses:
Ability to obtain a First Aid/CPR card and food handler's permit; provide evidence of a current physical examination and regular, periodic examinations every two years or in compliance with current program requirements; provide evidence of successful completion of a TB test in compliance with current program requirements; Valid Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Clearances:
Criminal Justice fingerprint and background check.
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