Job Description

Knowledge/Abilities Required

Ability to understand appropriate behaviors of typical and atypical preschoolers Ability to serve as a role model for students and their families - both appearance and attendance Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents/guardians Ability to facilitate early literacy learning and oral language development Ability to encourage problem solving and creative expression in young children Ability to perform tasks without direct supervision Ability to work in harmony with other staff members Ability to successfully complete bus driver training and obtain a CDL

Responsibilities:

Assist the teacher with planning and organizing educational activities for students Help develop procedures for the classroom and support those procedures Assist in the preparation of teaching materials Support the goals and objectives of the program with your active participation Assist in the implementation of the program of instruction planned for the students Share information about student progress with the teacher and other support staff Assist in monitoring classroom behavior while following classroom guidelines and the Crisis Management Procedures Carry out assigned duties in a prompt, responsible, and courteous manner Work to ensure a safe and healthful environment for students Work to create a secure and nurturing emotional climate for students and staff Share in the responsibility for keeping the classroom neat and clean Actively engage with students in work centers and at group times Actively engage with students during meals, outside playtime, and transitions Facilitate//help students with health and hygiene routines Accompany the teacher on home visits to students' homes Facilitate communication and work to build rapport with students' family members Help with preparation and facilitation of Family/Child Activity Times Understand and respect students' and families' confidentiality Obtain a CDL and drive a school bus if called upon to do so * Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.