Assistant Educator DECC Preschool Programs

Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs

The Assistant Educator for DECC Preschool Programs assists the Lead Educator in facilitating a classroom routine that engages preschool aged children in learning through play designed to fit each child's individual interests and abilities. The Assistant Educator assists in the documentation including lesson planning, observations, assessments, and screenings of enrolled children, works collaboratively as a member of the Preschool Programs' team, and partners with the classroom's Lead Educator, other support staff, and children's families to effectively implement high quality and holistic early education programming.

Supports the implementation of evidence-based curriculum with fidelity, including assisting in creating weekly lesson plans aligning with program mission and standards, analysis of classroom assessments and data, and individual child's interests, and strengths Partners to complete and document observations, assessments, and screenings, individualized lesson plans, design and maintain diverse and inclusive learning environments, promote play and socialization, interact positively with children, establish and sustain classroom routines, etc.

Actively participates in the facilitation of the classroom routine, specifically sharing in the responsibilities for supporting children's daily needs, personal care routines, meal times, learning activities, set up and clean up, and active supervision during the duration of the school day Assists in implementation of principles and practices including but not limited to:
Healthy social and emotional development of children Respect of diversity and intentional inclusion of the cultural and socio-economic differences within program, families, and communities Ongoing assessment of individual children Compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures Assumes responsibilities for the classroom with the substitute in the absence of the Lead Educator Maintains open, respectful, and professional communication with children, their families, and all members of the Preschool Programs' team with sensitivity to the culture, traditions, lifestyles, language, and values of each individual, family, and community Participates in the development and implementation of a Professional Development Plan to maintain required certifications and enhance professional growth.

Participate in on-going professional learning, training, workshops, and conferences as required by OCCL and grantee as well as individual coaching sessions with Education Coordinator or Program Manager Adheres to all Lake Forest District and Delaware Early Childhood Center personnel policies and maintains professional boundaries and confidentiality. Other Duties as assigned by Program Manager and Grantee.