Job Information
Pender Community Hospital District Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide (part-time) in Pender, Nebraska
Job Descriptions:
The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide provides additional support in the classroom. The paraprofessional/teacher aide's goal is to assist in providing a well-organized, smooth functioning classroom environment in which all children can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.
Interactions with Children
Interact with individual children and groups on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc
Develop an individual relationship with each child build on trust and respect.
Utilize appropriate language, interactions and positive discipline while modeling positive behavior.
Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas.
Treat each child with dignity and respect for his/her cultural background.
Ensure confidentiality, promote ethical practices, and maintain professional boundaries at all times.
Continuously monitor children to ensure safety at all times and report child abuse and neglect.
Early Childhood Programing
Assist in individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
Communication with Parents
Complete necessary documentation for classroom activities including meals, attendance, toileting, sleeping, and behaviors in a timely matter.
Communicate with parents daily through messages, notes, and pictures regarding their child’s activities, temperament, incidents and overall well-being.
Greet parents daily as they drop off and pick up with a warm smile and positive comment about their child.
Environment
Ensure proper cleaning and sanitizing of surfaces, equipment and classroom toys
Routinely check that all classroom equipment and materials are in good repair.
Assessment
Assist in documenting ongoing observation and evaluation of children's development and progress.
Administrative Functions
Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
Maintain a positive attitude
Maintain current infant/child CPR and first aid certification.
Maintain Safe with You certification
Complete at least twelve (12) hours of professional development annually.
Hours: Minimum 22 hours/week, Monday-Friday afternoons
Required Experience:
Education, Experience:
Must be at least 16 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience preferred
High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment
Certificates, Licensure, Registrations:
Applicable mandatory trainings as set forth in the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services administrative codes
Infant and child CPR certification
Safe with You - ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment
Early Learning Guidelines
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
Ability to generate, read, interpret, and take action as it relates to basic financial statements, federal and state regulations, safety rulings, operational and maintenance and organizational policies / procedures
Ability to communicate with staff and families
Ability to effectively present information to families, employees, community members, etc...
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain working relationships with staff and families
Ability to work with skill in problem solving strategies that benefits program quality
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS
Computer, tablet, and printer
General office materials/equipment/supplies
Information & Telephone systems
Keyword: Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide (Substitute/PRN)
From: Pender Community Hospital District