Paraprofessional, Senior Child Care Group Leader

DPS•Denver, CO

54d

About The Position

Supports individual, team or department through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a non-technical scope and a high degree of customer service.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Must have 36 months (5,448 hours) of verified experience in-group care of unrelated children under six years of age
Knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook
Effective time management and organizational skills
Ability to monitor and supervise assigned student activity for sustained periods of time to anticipate and maintain safe environment
Effective communication skills, including ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
Effectively handles multiple demands and competing deadlines
Ability to plan and organize work, at times with interruptions
Ability to coordinate and work effectively with site staff and a diverse student population
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations in a fast-paced environment
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Prepares learning activity centers as well as educational materials, set-up, meals, and snacks
Provides assistance to teachers for child evaluations
Assists with parent/volunteer programs
Assists with field trips, parent meetings (including child care), and other classroom activities
Provides student performance evaluation and planning assistance, providing feedback to the student and teacher
Communicates and coordinates with educational staff, students, and parents about routine education issues
Monitors safety of and supervises children at assigned site, reinforcing positive child behaviors and related policies and rules
Discusses and coordinates instructional efforts with teachers and educational staff
Assists with child’s basic needs (e.g., dressing, personal hygiene)