Early Head Start Floater - Edna, United States - Innovative Network of Knowledge
Description
It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the worldAcademic Req:
High School diploma or GED, and Child Development Associate (CDA)credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential
program to be completed within 24 months of the time of hire.
Work Experience:
Previous early childcare experience preferred. Prefer bilingual (Spanish)
Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables:
- Protect the physical and mental health and safety of our children and no child is left alone or unsupervised while under our care. (HSPPS
- Assist with providing an organized learning environment that promotes healthy development and children's skill growth aligned with the
Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework:
Ages Birth to Five, including children with disabilities and dual language learners as appropriate. (HSPPS
- Assist with the implementation of prescribed curricula to provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, social and emotional development, math, science, social studies, creative arts, and physical development, and integrate child assessment data in individual and group planning. (HSPPS ,
- Support screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of the child's developmental level
- Support opportunities for parents and family members to engage in their child's development and in program services, including but not limited to parent conferences, home visits, and group activities. (HSPPS
- Follow appropriate practices to keep children safe during all activities, including reporting at a minimum suspected or known child abuse and neglect, appropriate supervision of children at all times; and all standards of conduct. (HSPPS ,
- Comply with positive adult-child interactions as measured by the
CLASS:
Pre-K instrument. (HSPPS
- Support and participate in staff development, including completion of minimum training requirements as specified in state and federal standards (HSPPS , , continuing professional development, and staff wellness initiatives.
- Respond to classroom requests for support in a timely manner and in compliance with Office of Head Start and agency regulations, policies, and protocols.
- Establish regular communication with teachers to ensure they are well informed about their students' behavior, and progress.
- Monitor the classroom is make sure it is free from physical and environmental hazards.
- Report all incidents within the timeframes designated in program policy and protocol.
Other Responsibilities:
- Support classroom activities as directed by the teacher and assist with transitions to and from the classroom.
- Support the use of age-appropriate equipment, materials, supplies and physical space for indoor and outdoor learning environments, including functional space, and change materials periodically to support children's evolving interests and development.
- Communicate child observations to teachers, including the identification of potential interference with a child's development and school readiness.
- Support teachers' coordination with education, family, mental health and/or child development professional program staff to address identified needs.
- Support school functions, scheduled meetings, team decisions, and team operations.
- Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Ability to respond sensitively and competently to the service population's cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
- Communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish (preferred).
- Ability to maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.
- Working knowledge of all INK policies and procedures.
- Ability to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Complete and pass health examination.
- Confirm work eligibility status.
- Successfully pass driving history check.
- Clear criminal background check.
- Required to lift up to 60 pounds.
- Required to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage with children.
- Exposure to communicable diseases, and other hazards such as cigarette smoke, pets, at risk
- Travel up to 50% by car, bus, airplane, or train may also be required associated with attendance at
conferences, meetings and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state and in some cases where some overnight travel may be required.
- Some evenings and weekend work may occasiona
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