Education Specialist - Inclusive Education - ECLC (11618)

Casa Grande Elementary School District•Casa Grande, AZ

About The Position

The job of Early Education Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting in providing quality care of children in the District's Early Childhood programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Pre-employment proficiency test
Criminal Justice/fingerprint clearance
TB Test
Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English

Responsibilities

Assists in arranging the environment
Assists in providing an atmosphere where children are safe, and feel nurtured and valued
Assists the Early Childhood Extension Program - Lead in carrying out various duties, e.g., preparing snacks, cleaning, monitoring supplies and maintenance of the facility
Assists with the supervision of children and implementation of activities
Attends all required staff meetings and must obtain a minimum of 18 hours of job-related training each year with verification of attendance to be placed in personnel files
Communicates positively and effectively with parents and always acknowledges and greets parents/visitors/children when they arrive and depart
Documents communications, phone messages, written correspondence, parental requests and concerns
Follows the Casa Grande Elementary School District Governing Board Policies and Procedures, Community Services Staff handbook, and the rules and regulations of the Department of Health Services and accreditation agency
Maintains a work atmosphere that generates trust, collaboration and caring;maintains Accountability of children, making sure they are signed in and out daily by an authorized person
Maintains on-going communication with the Site Director and other staff
Participates in children's activites
Participates in planning and implementing age appropriate programs with the lead staff
Responsible for reading the Staff Notebook and signing in and out daily