Classroom Monitor

About the Employer

Class Monitor Job Description

Reports To

Principal and assigned teacher(s)

Wage/Hour Status

$15 hourly (max 20 hrs. per week)

Department/School

Assigned campus

Primary Purpose

Assist in providing a learning environment that is safe and nurturing for young children.

Qualifications

Education/Certification
Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university, high school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency), and passed the test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test. Must be eligible to obtain a Paraprofessional Certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification.

Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to communicate well with others, fluent bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred, current or former Head Start Parent preferred (Performance Standard 1302.90(b)(6)), proficiency with standard functions within electronic applications such as MS Office (e.g., word processing, electronic spreadsheets), and e-mail.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Be present in classes as assigned and in accordance with daily schedules designed with classroom teachers. Assist in maintaining adult/child ratio in the classroom and on the playground (2:20 or 1:10). Maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment while actively monitoring children. Carefully monitor the children to prevent accidents or injuries. Use positive guidance when redirecting children. Demonstrate respect for each child and accept differences in children.

Conduct a professional, respectful working relationship with the classroom teacher and assistant, volunteers, family services associates, and SS AISD staff.

Demonstrate sound judgment in resolving problems.

Self-starter individual with a desire to work with children and Head Start staff. Willingness to work as a team to provide excellent care of children assigned to monitor. Carry out assigned duties under minimal supervision. Participate in learning experiences to enhance knowledge and skills related to all job functions. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new situations and assignments.

Establish and maintain an effective system of communication with classroom teachers and SS AISD Early Childhood/Head Start staff members.

Adhere to the operational policies of the school district.

Maintain confidentiality of all child and family information, including medical or health information and suspected child abuse or neglect.

Keep in close contact with the supervisor of another designated person and classroom teacher concerning personal absences or other events that relate to the duties of the classroom.

Demonstrate self-confidence and poise in representing the district.

Work collaboratively in a team setting.

Communicate effectively and interact professionally and courteously.

Function within the policies and administrative procedures of South San Antonio ISD.

Accept other responsibilities as assigned. Dress and groom appropriately for the Early Childhood/Head Start work setting.

Travel independently to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Serve at the will of the Early Childhood/Head Start Director and Campus Principal.

Requirements for Head Start Services

Maintain a good attendance record. Annually complete online training modules to fulfill program requirements. Complete a minimum of 15 clock hours of professional development per year (Performance Standard 1302.92(b)(1)). Adhere to the standards of conduct as detailed in Performance Standard 1302.90(c)(1)(i-v).

Adhere to the confidentiality agreement regarding information about children and families enrolled in the Head Start program.

Complete an initial health examination that includes screening for tuberculosis (Performance Standard 1302.93(a)).

Complete a health re-examination and tuberculosis screening every five years (Performance Standard 1302.93(a)).

Follow program procedures that ensure compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Budget Responsibility

None

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/equipment used: standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion: repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: may work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional travel.
Mental demands: work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

The SS AISD Head Start Program is Federally Funded

The SS AISD Head Start program is federally funded out of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Head Start, and is implemented in compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory provisions.
This position is federally funded out of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Head Start, and all duties with this position are allowable and allocable to the grant.
Time and effort records for this position are in accordance with the requirements in the Applicable Office of Management and Budget (OMB) cost principles.