25/26 SY Community Ed Preschool Aide (Growing Minds Preschool)

Dysart Unified School District•Surprise, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists with preschool programs including maintaining a clean and safe environment; interacting with children in play; serving snacks; assisting children; and assisting with program operations.

Requirements

State Licensing Requirements as follows: Must provide documentation of one of the following: High School diploma, G.E.D. or official transcript with degree confer date or proof of current and continuous enrollment in high school or a high school equivalency program – must be 16 years of age or older.
Obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification.
Possess a negative Mantoux TB Skin Test administered within 12 months of hire date or a health care provider's written and dated statement stating incumbent is free from infectious active TB issued within 6 months of hire date.
Obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler's card.
Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints ( IVP ) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
Knowledge of standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
Knowledge of uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.
Knowledge of customer service principles.
Knowledge of specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Knowledge of modern office technology.
Skill in following directions and meeting standards.
Skill in providing attention to detail in assignments.
Skill in performing basic math calculations.
Skill in comprehending reference books and manuals.
Skill in operating assigned tools and equipment.
Skill in organizing and maintaining supplies.
Skill in interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.
Skill in providing customer service.
Skill in utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Skill in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Responsibilities

Provides assistance with preschool programs
Assists in supervising children for adherence with safety and behavior standards and practices
Maintains a clean and safe program environment.
Interacts with children during play time arts and crafts
Monitors child behavior and practices appropriate discipline techniques to maintain a positive and effective program environment.
Communicates with staff, students and the community
Responds to routine questions and inquiries
Maintains confidentiality and ethical standards.
Gathers and serves snacks
Maintains cleanliness of work areas and spaces.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.