Child Development Program Aid ( Pre-K)

City of Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position participates as part of the teaching team by assisting the Teacher in the smooth functioning of the classroom to provide an appropriate social-emotional environment and to expand the child's ability to learn and grow. This position is responsible for assisting in the classroom, in the kitchen, and/or maintaining safe and orderly transportation for children to and from the program facility as applicable. Classroom, center, and bus assignments and routes may be changed as deemed necessary for program operations. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid CPR, First Aid and BLS in infant, child and adult within six (6) months of date of hire.
Must complete a 45-hour entry level course or an approved three credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the New Mexico ECECD prior to or within six months of hire.
Child Development Associate (CDA) in setting worked in (Preschool or Infant/Toddler) within 1 year of hire date.

Nice To Haves

Some experience working with children preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists children in developing the ability to effectively handle feelings and to get along with others by providing tools that will assist with coping skills for present and future circumstances.
Assists in providing stimulation with developing materials and activities that will promote the child’s gross motor, fine motor, and sensory development.
Assists in providing adequate experiences for children's development in preparation for school and life experiences.
Assists in providing a safe, healthy learning environment so that children have a comfortable learning and growing experience.
Provides experiences and give responses which create an atmosphere of acceptance, support, and encouragement, fostering the development of a positive self-concept and the child's individual strengths.
Assists in developing materials and providing activities related to the cultures of the community in order to increase the child's respect for and understanding of the local cultures.
Communicates with parents and families to facilitate positive parental interaction with the program, an awareness of the child's needs and development, how the activities of the program promote positive development, and their roles in the child's overall education and development.
Communicates clearly, sensitively, and often to children displaying positive interaction with the child to foster positive self-esteem.
Works in an inclusive setting with children with disabilities.
Follows plans from IFSP/IEP to individualize the program.
Relates positively with Teachers and other staff to acquire resources, process conflicts, and join in common tasks which support the overall program.
Completes routine kitchen/dining room chores as assigned.
Completes routine cleaning chores between janitorial services as needed.
Prepares necessary food and serving items or service prior to use.
Serves as the bus monitor for field trips.
Dusts, sweeps, mops, scrubs, buffs, and vacuums classrooms, hallways, offices, and entrance area as needed and in between janitorial services.
Empties trash and garbage containers as needed and in between janitorial services.
Cleans and sanitizes restrooms including restocking toilet paper, soap, and paper towels as needed and in between janitorial services.
Maintains outdoor environment, if applicable.
Repairs or submits requests for repair of cleaning equipment.
Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and submits request to supervisor.
Handles custodial supplies, chemicals, and equipment, maintaining proper use and records of supplies, chemicals, and equipment.
Adheres to company policies and procedures and safety regulations, refers problem matters to supervisor.
Uses available resources and opportunities in order to improve knowledge and capacities in early childhood education including, but not limited to, attending all in-service and pre-service training.
Attends all applicable DCFD and Department of Transportation required trainings as applicable.
Participate in Early Childhood Educational and Training opportunities, such as the ECECD 45-hour entry-level training and/or CDA training to enhance skills, understanding, and professional development.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsible for understanding and adhering to disaster, fire, and evacuation plans.
Shows interest, enthusiasm, and positive attitude toward job.
Operates according to sound ethical principles.