Itinerate Substitute Paraprofessional

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POSITION SUMMARY:
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Support comprehensive functions of all center staff by reporting to
classrooms as needed to ensure an\
interesting and secure environment that encourages play, exploration,
safety and learning for children\
participating in the Head Start program.\

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Follow the daily schedule and allow children the opportunity to make
choices in learning experiences\
Interact with children in ways that facilitate the development of
expressive language and thought\
Work cooperatively and appropriately with volunteers, professional
partners, and co-workers through the\
facility\
Demonstrate realistic expectations about childrens attention spans,
interest, social abilities, and physical\
needs\
Team with center staff to provide an inviting, engaging and responsive
learning environment\
Assist with observations and documentation of each childs developmental
level\
Float among classrooms to meet supervision requirements for all
children\
Eat meals with children as assigned\
Utilize Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies to prevent and defuse
challenging behavior\
Comply with Head Start Performance Standards, Licensing Requirements,
and Program Policies\
Respect and support cultural differences and diverse family structures\
Demonstrate good work habits such as arriving on time and adhering to
appropriate break times\
Attend mandatory In-Service trainings and staff meetings\
Responsibility to report any suspected abuse or neglect to appropriate
authority\
Advocate for SEK-CAP, Inc. in the community\
Maintain and assure confidentiality and privacy of SEK-CAP customers\
Uphold and promote the core values and mission statement of SEK-CAP\
Support management decisions both in actions and words\
Other duties as assigned

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