Pre-School Aide

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Job Title: Pre-School/Child Care Aide - ESE Pre-K - --- - Location: Cranberry Elementary - Cost Center: Cranberry Elementary - Hours per Day: 7.5 contract months: 10 days - Posted: Posted - Posting Closing Time: 4:30 pm - Title I: Yes - Title I Definition: Title I Definition - Require Test: Yes - Testing Information: - * High School Diploma/Equivalent: Yes - * Salary Lane: SSP07 - * Salary Schedules: + Pre-School/Child Care Aide Salary Schedule: SSP-7 - Qualifications: - * High school diploma or equivalent - * Current Florida Child Care Credential, Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC), or National Child Development Associate (CDA) - * Child Care Apprenticeship Certificate (CCAC) or Early Childhood Professional Certificate (ECPC) - * Associate of Art (AA)/Associate of Science (AS) degree or 60 hour equivalent from an accredited educational institution - * Passing score on the Para Pro Assessment Test - * Bachelor of Art (BA)/Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE)/Child Development (preferred) - * Eligible for Florida Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education, Prekindergarten, Elementary or Exceptional Student Education (preferred) - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - * Basic knowledge and understanding of children - * Knowledge of general computer use - * Ability to follow directions - * Ability to work independently - Reports To: Principal or Designee - Job Goal: To perform routine tasks independently as assigned under the direction of a certified staff member. - Supervises: N/A - Performance Responsibilities: - * Assist in the supervision of students as assigned - * Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment and supervise children in all learning activities - * Plan for and provide developmentally appropriate learning activities - * Supervise outdoor activities - * Appraise student needs - * Assist in serving meals and snacks - * Assist children with personal hygiene, including diaper changing and toileting - * Establish, where feasible, relationships with families of students - * Perform clerical duties as assigned - * Assist in creating a safe learning environment - * Implement classroom activities as directed - * Assist staff members with behavioral management - * Assist with the development of instructional materials - * Assist with the preparation of accurate records and reports - * Assist with assessing student progress - * Communicate effectively with staff - * Use specialized equipment as required - * Intervene, when appropriate, to situations concerning discipline of students - * Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities - * Provide for a safe and secure workplace - * Model and maintain high ethical standards - * Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules - * Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters - * Maintain positive relationships with staff and vendors - * Participate in workshops and training sessions as required - * Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events - * Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner - * Follow all school board policies, rules and regulations - Physical Requirements: Medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects. - Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the district. - Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of personnel. - Job Description Supplement No. 04