Paraprofessional (PT)

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chattanooga is seeking a Paraprofessional to join the Early Learning Department. This is a part-time, hard-to-fill position with a hiring incentive of $500 after completing the probationary period. The role involves supporting classroom teachers and acting as a substitute teacher when needed. Current or former Head Start parents are encouraged to apply. The position is classified as Medium Work, requiring the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally. This role is safety-sensitive and child-sensitive.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 18 years of age required
Experience working with children ages birth to 5 years of age.
Any combination of equivalent experience and education to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates preferred (additional compensation offered for bilingual proficiency).
Current or former Head Start parents are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Supporting classroom teachers in preparing and conducting engaging activities.
Assisting children in their daily routines and activities to develop social, self-help, and educational skills.
Guiding children in acquiring social skills through play and interaction.
Eating with and assisting children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices.
Maintaining established standards of sanitation, safety and food preparation and storage as set by the local and state health departments.
Helping to create a safe, healthy, and stimulating classroom and playground environment, following all Head Start and ITERS/ECERS Standards.
Preparing instructional materials and classroom decorations to enhance learning.
Participating in transition activities and assisting with health and safety checklists.
Collaborating with other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the center, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children.
Distributing communications such as newsletters and flyers to families.
Actively pursuing professional development and CDA credential.
Maintaining confidentiality while keeping records and files accurate and up to date.
Performing the functions of this position with a general understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards, State of Tennessee Child Care Licensing Regulations, and Agency policies and procedures; and working knowledge and application of Chattanooga Head Start School Readiness Goals.
Participating in Agency training events, center staff meetings, and other training events as needed.
Meeting regular attendance requirements.
Maintaining good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
Accomplishing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Performing other duties as assigned.