Preschool Assistant Position Assists with the day to day operation of site Preschool, including lesson planning and facilitation, staffing, parent communications, evaluation, record keeping, and government compliance.
Disclaimer:
The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:- Assists supervisor (lead educator) managing a classroom of students
- Assists supervisor with scheduling needed staff to accommodate required teacher to student ratios.
- Assists with lesson planning and other learning activities.
- Assists with ordering and receiving of required materials and supplies.
- Attends staff meetings and staff developmental training.
- Maintains a minimum of 24 hours of training per year.
- Assists the Supervisor with DHS compliance requirements.
- Fills in for supervisor in his/her absence.
- Maintains all required records and files.
- Assists with planning and implementing activities according to Arizona Early Learning standards and DHS standards.
- Assists with maintaining a safe, clean and positive learning environment.
- Assists with keeping up the Quality First assessments, extranet, coaching, training and expectations of quality childcare
- Attends continuing educational programs as required
- Posts payments and reconciles bank deposits.
- Assists parents with computer billing system, including ledgers, attendance and sign-in.
- Administers prescription and non-prescription medication per MUSD guidelines and completes related DHS paperwork.
- Communicates effectively with staff to ensure compliance with government regulations and MUSD policies and procedures.
- Maintains the appearance and décor of the classroom/learning center to facilitate a positive learning environment.
- Maintains ongoing positive relationships with the school community.
- Assigns duties of Aides.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of accepted preschool learning and enrichment methods and behavior management techniques, and knowledge of relevant government regulations.
Skills in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Google apps.
Ability to operate standard office and computer equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with small children and adults.
Skills in activity and lesson planning.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community business members.
Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.
Qualifications:- At least 21 years of ageCDA/ECE certificate from an accredited institution or related college degree and/or 6 months previous experience working with preschool age children in a licensed child care
- First Aid and CPR certified required
- Current DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card requiredCBC background report showing no DCS cases before start date
- Current vaccinations as required by DHS upon hire
- Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum 30 training hours requirements
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, stoop and bend. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds. Work environment indoor classroom environment, and outdoors in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have substantial contact with staff, parents, students and the public.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin, is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.
