School Readiness Aide
OVERALL PURPOSE: This position is responsible to meet and maintain staff ratios and to provide a safe environment in the Early Childhood Education classroom.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Maintain appropriate staff ratios in the classroom.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
- Be present to cover during Lead Teacher preparation, planning and/or break times
- Be present to cover during Assistant Teacher preparation, planning and/or break times
- Be aware of daily schedule and classroom activities • Substitute in the classroom as necessary
2. Assist in maintaining cleanliness of and safety in the classroom.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
- Assist with the needs of the children in all facets of caring for the child and to accomplish developmentally appropriate benchmarks
- Assist in safety checks as necessary
- Assist in clean-up or sanitation of classroom or materials
3. Provide educational opportunities to children.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
- Assist in learning center, small group or large group activities
- Assist in assessing or documenting information about children
4. Attend meetings and trainings to further develop potential of self and the organization.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
- Attend all scheduled trainings
- Attend meetings/trainings on-time
Prepare and submit paperwork.
PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
- Submit paperwork to office within assigned deadlines
OTHER DUTIES OF JOB 1
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds 2
- Ensure children’s safety through sight sound and mobility 3
- Must pass initial and periodic physical exam 4
- Eat meals with children as part of the learning environment 5
- Perform other related duties as required 6
- Must maintain confidentiality of children, families and staff 7
- Follow established agency policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervision is received from the Education Managers.