Responsible for assisting the Head Start teacher in planning and implementing the educational activities in the classroom
Qualifications: Education/Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent
Child Development Associates Credential or Bachelor’s Degree, or actively enrolled in a college or university to obtain either
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Initial TB testing as required by the Head Start performance standards prior to the first day of work
Ongoing wellness screenings as required by the Head Start Performance Standards
Experience:
Some experience working with students
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Assist the Head Start Teacher in:
Planning the learning experiences for the children in the classroom
Assessing and evaluating student learning through developmentally appropriate practices; anecdotal record entries/Child Outcome records and portfolio samples
Provide a learning environment that is developmentally appropriate
Involve parents as volunteers and as partners in the teaching process
Maintain updated files on each child
Maintain discipline and management of the classroom
Serve on Self-Assessment and Advisory committees when appropriate
Participate in professional growth activities
Assist with classroom housekeeping chores
Assist children in performing self-care tasks and in daily living skills
Participate in two home visits and two conferences for each child in the classroom
Assist with application and registration
Participate in daily planning sessions with the Head Start teacher
Assist with evening parent training meetings
Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or Head Start Director
Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and Head Start
Follow all rules, regulations and policies of Plano ISD and Head Start; follow directives from supervisor
Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
Perform other functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor
Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Work with frequent interruptions; may require lifting of up to 50 lbs.; frequent standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; frequent use of computer and repetitive hand motions
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