Head Start Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant

Position: Head Start Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant 2
CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678

NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITION:

Head Start Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant 2

LOCATION:

As assigned by the Program Coordinator or Grant Manager. Program or classroom location may change to meet the needs of the program.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The prekindergarten general instructional assistant 2 will provide instructional, behavioral, and social emotional support services to help achieve a well-organized, smoothly functioning class and school environment where students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources. Program or classroom location may change to meet the needs of the program.

REPORTS TO:

Head Start Coordinator, Principal and Supervisor of Early Childhood Education

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education development (GED) program certificate.

Associate Arts (AA) Degree or Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) preferred.

Experience working with early childhood children and children with disabilities and with managing behaviors is preferred.

Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) must be obtained within 18 months of employees hire date unless an AA degree is obtained.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

(These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities, and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.)

At the time of application, the candidate must have:

Exceptional ability to understand and communicate with both verbal and written skills

Ability to operate various office machines and instructional technology

Ability to follow a flexible schedule and adapt to various environments

Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to students, teachers, staff, parents, and community members

Demonstrated ability to problem solve, make informed decisions, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders when presented with stressful situations

Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Such alternative to the above qualification as the Calvert County Public Schools and/or Head Start Program may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist the teacher in implementing activities consistent with the curriculum guide, resources and training provided

Assists teacher with implementation of classroom duties, routines, and instruction

Works with groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher

Guides independent study, enrichment work, and other student supports planned by the teacher

Provide instructional, behavioral and social emotional supports and services to all students

Work with the teacher to facilitate activities for all children both indoors and outdoors. Assist individual children in need of special attention in areas including, but not limited to, academics, social, emotional, and behavioral supports

Assists the teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well being and safety of the children in his/her care

Assist with the provision of specially designed instruction and consistent implementation of student(s)' Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) under the direction of the teacher

Assist in assessment and data collection for students to assist in planning targeted instruction and Individualized Education Program (IEP) services and supports under the direction of the teacher

Delivers academic interventions and implements proactive behavioral supports/ interventions

Intervenes in crisis situations in the school environment as needed

Assist students with personal hygiene, including designing toileting schedules, toileting/changing and activities of daily living

Assists individual children in need of special attention

Sets up, and/or operates, instructional technology, laboratory equipment, and computer programs

Assists the teacher in providing a high quality program and supports teacher as they move through the EXCELS and Accreditation process

Accompanies teacher on visits to each child's home as indicated on the planning calendar, to meet parents or guardians and become familiar with the child's family and home environment

Assists the teacher in maintaining con?dential student folders that included student work samples, assessments, individual goals, and observations of progress toward meeting goals

Sits with children during all meal times providing a model for good nutritional habits and manners. Engages students in discussions to build their oral communication skills

Assists the teacher with modeling healthy routines such as teeth brushing and handwashing.

Participates in professional learning opportunities

Provides periodic class coverage in absence of a classroom teacher

May provide class coverage for the teacher during rest/mindfulness time

Attends and supports students during resource classes each day (inside and outside of the classroom)

Assists with recess duty daily

Positively interacts with others

Reports to work promptly every day

Meets deadlines

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