Head Start Classroom Substitute

Locations:

Altoona

Clayburg

Hollidaysburg

Martinsburg

Roaring Spring

Tyrone

Williamsburg

PURPOSE OF JOB:

This position is responsible to provide classroom support for the purpose of enhancing the educational experience for three to five year olds in a safe and healthy environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Observation: Assist in the assessment of each child's development on an on-going basis.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Interact daily during Center Time to observe and document child progress as assigned by Teacher.

Contribute observation information for completion of Teaching Strategies Gold.

Evaluate gross motor and fine motor development of all children.

Assess health of each child daily.

Promote healthy habits.

Promote oral health practices by assisting children to brush their teeth with toothpaste containing fluoride daily.

Encourage independence and self-help skills.

Use transition times for learning.

1. Documentation: Maintain administrative documentation.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Complete assigned documentation accurately and within assigned deadline.

Utilize ChildPlus software to complete meal counts.

1. Planning: Plan appropriate activities for child skill enhancement.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Plan and implement four (4) Health, Safety or Nutrition activities per month reflecting Head Start Performance Standards.

Submit CSS Monthly Planning Report to Teacher on monthly planning day.

Complete and submit CSS Lesson Plan for Health, Safety or Nutrition activities monthly on monthly planning day.

1. Classroom environment: Contribute to a safe, stimulating environment.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Supervise and be aware of the location of all children at all times.

Promote safety in the classroom by following all safety guidelines.

Model and encourage hand washing, dressing/undressing, toileting, care of personal property and mealtime expectations.

Support an overall positive tone to the environment by using positive guidance, positive communication and provide opportunities for learning through transition times.

Use transition times for learning.

1. Evaluation: Identify and refer children with special needs.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Participate in KID meetings as assigned.

Alert Teacher to concerns regarding child progress.

1. Family Engagement: Engage families in each child's Head Start experience.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Provide support and assistance to families and volunteers in classroom routines.

Serve as a training resource to parents/guardians for nutrition, health information and physical development.

Participate in special events as assigned.

Interact with families in a positive manner to encourage communication.

Offer and encourage volunteer opportunities.

Support the provision of individual volunteer opportunities to ensure every family's involvement; make progress toward meeting individual family goals.

1. Assist in the implementation of school readiness initiatives.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Support classroom and individual child progress toward school readiness goals.

Demonstrate knowledge of school readiness goals through intentional classroom planning.

Assist in the implementation of the classroom Child Outcomes Action Plan.

1. Development: Seek out and participate in opportunities to enhance personal and professional growth.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Attend all scheduled meetings and trainings.

Engage in on-going staff development to improve personal and professional skills and knowledge.

Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA requirements.

Maintain development hours as required by QRIS System.

1. Assist in the daily operations of the facility.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Perform various duties to ensure the safe operation of the facility.

As assigned, complete the Classroom Safety Checklist and Daily Playground Safety Checklist and submit to the Facilities Division Assistant within the assigned deadline.

Assist in conducting monthly classroom practice fire drills in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and internal policies and procedures.

Ensure all facility entrances/exits are safe for children, staff and parents.

Ensure all meals meet regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).