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//www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2275187 Under the direction and direct supervision of the classroom teacher and site principal, assists instructional personnel in the administration of transitional kindergarten learning and enrichment experiences to students individually and in small groups in providing academic, behavior and social instruction and support; monitors and reports student progress regarding behavior and performance; assists students in developing various self-help skills, including hygiene, eating, social, community, vocational, and leisure/recreational skills; may assist with toileting of students; performs related work as required.

SUPERVISOR

Principal

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Collaborates with the teacher on the implementation of classroom learning that promotes an inclusive, positive, motivating and educationally rich environment; 2. Assists with the instruction of students in small groups and as a class collaboratively; 3. Implements and modifies transitional kindergarten curriculum such as learning materials and activities, as directed by the teacher, which may also include kindergarten in a Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten combination class; 4. Evaluates and identifies each student's readiness skills according to age, ability and interest as directed by teacher; 5. Supports students' social-emotional development, self-regulation, peer interaction, and independence skills through developmentally appropriate practices; 6. Collects anecdotal notes and other data such as student behavior observations and assessment results for the purpose of providing information to teacher or other district personnel; 7. Assists in the preparation of a welcoming and stimulating classroom environment including consideration of safety and support for children in the classroom, during lunch, and on the playground; 8. Assists students with washing, diaper changing and toileting, and other personal care activities as needed; 9. Sanitizes and disinfects learning materials, tables, chairs, and other classroom surfaces; 10. Implements standards set by the teacher of appropriate student behavior for the purpose of achieving effective participation in activities; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; 11. Operates classroom equipment including audio/visual devices and various forms of classroom technology; 12. Attends in-service trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and receiving updated current information on best practices; 13 . Attend parent conferences and after-school meetings as assigned; 14 . Follow teacher's plan, prepare and assist in instructing pupils in the use of a variety of supplementary materials and equipment. 15.Performs other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

Concepts of child growth, development and behavior; characteristics of school age children; Student behavior management strategies and techniques; Health and safety regulations as related to the position; Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; Oral and written communication skills; Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Principals of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices for four- and five-year-old children. California Preschool Learning Foundations and Transitional Kindergarten instructional practices.

Ability to:

Appropriately manage student behavior and guide students toward acceptable social behavior; Implement learning activities for students; Adapt basic teaching techniques and methods to support the teacher; Maintain a healthy and safe environment; Understand and follow oral and written instructions; Monitor and assist students; Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward students; Understand and apply rules, regulations, procedures and policies; Communicate effectively in the English language, both in oral and written form; Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information; Establish and maintain effective positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, teachers, and administrators; Assist students in personal care such as toileting, dressing, grooming, and eating; Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action; Plan and organize work.

EDUCATION/MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma (or equivalent); Coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development, including units related to preschool or TK-aged children preferred. May be required to meet federal paraprofessional qualifications through college coursework, degree attainment, or passage of a paraprofessional assessment prior to hire. CPR/First Aid Bilingual Preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate Physical Effort Activities vary and are not always predictable. The amount of time for each activity varies depending upon daily workload and priority schedules. The position's duties can vary from day to day and moment to moment. The professional must be able to physically respond to possible emergency situations and may perform duties in some temperature extremes and hazardous conditions. Requires moderate physical effort and exertion associated with the ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or climb. Required lifting 50 lbs. maximum or carrying any object weighing up to 30 lbs.

REQUIRED CLEARANCES

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance TB Clearance Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$21.17 - $29.28 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person