Head Start Classroom Support Specialist, Coconino County

Northern Arizona Council of Governments•Williams, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty, this position is responsible for providing support to Head Start classroom staff in the delivery of high-quality education services by ensuring compliance with program policies and procedures in the day-to-day activities of the classroom. This position is also responsible for facilitating the professional development of staff.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or other related field of study.
3-5 years’ classroom experience or 5 years’ experience with a CDA or equivalent certification.
Ability to earn an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education within 18 months of hire.
Fingerprint Clearance Card
Criminal Background Check
Motor Vehicle Report (annual)
First Aide/CPR certification
Appropriate classroom set up and management
Curriculum fidelity
Pyramid model
Conscious discipline
CACFP family style meals
Health and dental health component
Analytical thinking
Business acumen
Communication
Cultural competence
Mentoring / training competence
Organization skills
Problem solving skills
Public speaking

Responsibilities

Provides support to classroom staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to build and maintain high-quality classrooms that result in high CLASS scores and positive child outcomes.
Conducts classroom observations for the purpose of developing and implementing program policies and procedures that establish a high-quality, continuity of care as required by Performance Standards.
Assists in the development of action plans for the implementation of program policies and procedures that establish a high-quality, continuity of care as required by Performance Standards.
Assists in the classroom by role modeling/mentoring highly consistent, high-quality classroom management strategies and techniques in accordance with policies and procedures.
Interprets written program policies, procedures and rules as they apply to staff goals.
Provides training to Center Directors to ensure that all staff have the knowledge and skill to support and implement policies and procedures.
Meets with Head Start teaching staff to develop goals for training and professional development plans which will result in higher CLASAS scores and improved outcomes for children.
Facilitates training classroom staff to help staff meet their professional development needs for ensuring high quality, continuity of care.
Prepares and maintains records and reports that will help guide Component Administrators and field staff in their daily work.
Develops and maintains schedules for on-site visitations to ensure consistent visits and communication across the region.