About this role
JOB GOAL/POSITION OVERVIEW
To create an engaging, developmentally appropriate atmosphere where children build foundational skills, independence, and confidence, while safely implementing program activities and fulfilling administrative duties assigned by the Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associates Degree in Early Childhood or equivalent;
- Proficient in Excel
- Evidence of good leadership and citizenship qualities, and an interest in children;
- Ability to communicate well with adults and children;
- Experience working in day care/pre-school;
- Bilingual preferred (in English and Spanish);
- Ability to conduct group activities in a fun, safe, and instructive atmosphere;
- Prior job-related experience of three or more years;
- Have a First Aid card, as requested by supervisor;
- Ability to qualify for licensed Day Care and to assist in the process/continuation of a licensing a Day Care;
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications, as the Board may find appropriate and
REPORTS TO
- School Principal
JOB GOAL
- To safely conduct program activities, and various tasks related to the program as assigned by the Principal.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Notify school/department when absent according to contract specifications; and
- Adhere to arrival, rest periods and departure
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Oversee the preparation, set-up, and clean-up of activities;
- Supervise groups of children/students, handle discipline according to District policy and procedures;
- Maintaining a safe and clean environment for children, students and staff;
- Routinely design and update play stations, learning centers, and daily schedule transitions to target key developmental milestones;
- Planning and keeping the daily activities running smoothly;
- Responsibly interact with children and staff and help create a friendly atmosphere;
- Model and reinforce positive behaviors that build self-advocacy and confidence.
- Instruct children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toileting;
- Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self- concept;
- Attend staff trainings and program meetings as required by Principal;
- Conduct the record keeping for the program, and maintain daily records on all students/children;
- Enforce safety protocols, headcounts, active supervision guidelines, and sanitation procedures;
- Act as a trainer/mentor to other staff;
- Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships – Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and communicating clearly with parents, supervisors, and coworkers;
- Provide academic support and readiness for children/students;
- Supervise the program each day; and
- The coordinator will be required to have the following characteristics and/or skills:
- Personable and friendly
- Retain confidential information
- Organizational ability
- Neat and orderly
- Punctual
- Supportive of district programs
- Regular attendance
- Other duties as
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- In an 5-hour day, employee may stand/walk 4-6 hours; sit 1-4 hours; and/or drive 1-4 hours;
- Employee may use hands for repetitive grasping (i.e., filing), pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds of equipment, and fine manipulation (i.e., keyboard); and
- Employeemayneedtobend,twist,stoop,reachoverhead,squat,climbstairsandlift
In an 7.5-hour day, employee may
- Stand/Walk 5-6 Hours
- Drive 1-2 Hours
- Sit 3-4 Hours
- Stoop/Squat/Bend 1-2 Hours
- Lift/Carry 1-2 Hours Up to a weight of 50 lbs
- Climb Stairs Occasionally
- Bend, twist, stoop, reach overhead, squat Occasionally
- Use hands for repetitive motions Frequently
- Use feet for repetitive movements Frequently
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
According to Board policy and procedures, master contract, and school calendar.
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy and established procedures.
Note: If hired, no unauthorized comments or postings about district business or students are allowed on social media.