MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
 

1.

Assist the Head Start teacher in planning and implementing the educational activities in the classroom, including demonstrating the preparation of cultural dishes from the basic food groups, cultural games, activities, dances, and unit of study.

2.

Assists the students with understanding the rules for organized games and structured activities, eating family style, using manipulatives, and any other special needs.

3.

Assist the students in toileting, tooth brushing, assistance in the cafeteria, at rest time, outdoors, morning exercises, etc.

4.

Speak, write, and read the Spanish language for the classroom and office; translate as requested.

5.

Under the direct supervision of the teacher, accept assignments and follow directions assigned by the campus principal and administrative staff.

6.

Assist with recruiting and enrolling students into the Head Start Program.

7.

Attend office staff meetings, in-service training, and staff development, as assigned.

8.

Assist in making home visits and providing services for the children and their families.

9.

Demonstrates the ability to work directly with teachers,  children, and parents; encourages parents as volunteers.

10.

Demonstrates a willingness to continue to learn and expand skills and techniques in working with young children.

11.

Assist in supervising the children throughout the day, both inside and outside the classroom with mealtime activities and personal hygiene/grooming.

12.

Works with individual children or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, keeping the teacher informed of any special needs of  individual children.

13.

Assists in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.

14.

Assists with office activities, i.e., Keyboarding, filing, preparing reports, duplicating, laminating, and the ordering, pick-up, delivery, and dissemination of supplies, if  needed.

15.

Periodically accompany the case managers and/or transport students (upon driver approval) to medical and dental services to assist with translation; assist with translation during individualized instruction and reinforcement, if requested by the teacher.

16.

Assist the children entering and leaving the campus/center and during fieldtrips, maintaining control at all times.

17.

Complies with directions and instructions from supervisor; performs other tasks and assumes such responsibilities as may be assigned.

18.

Maintains positive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and others in the conduct of district business and demonstrates teamwork in daily activities.

19.

Is prompt, timely, and thorough in completing assignments and attending to details accurately and efficiently.

20.

Meets attendance standards and complies with notification procedures for absences.

21.

Provides complete and accurate information in the conduct of district business.

22.

Maintains confidentiality in the conduct of district business.

23.

Complies with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

24.

Adheres to the district’s safety policies and procedures.

25.

Participates in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

26.

Participates in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.