ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Prepares and implements lesson plans;
• Participates in all EDEP programs (Student Holiday, Spring Break, Inclement Weather);
• Oversees the distribution of snacks;
• Coordinates activities and special events;
• Meets students at designated time and location;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with EDEP staff and school staff;
• Maintains a safe work environment;
• Maintains accurate daily attendance records / knowledge of EDEP database;
• Exhibits positive public relations;
• Upholds school rules, policies, and procedures;
• Attends required training sessions;
• Enforces EDEP policies
• Assists with evaluation of site staff as requested by EDEP supervisor;
• Exhibits dependable work habits;
• Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school / system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Basic First Aid and CPR certified; knowledge of child development and stages of growth; lesson planning ability; word processing and database skills;

strong organizational skills; behavior management skills; supervisory skills; punctuality and dependability; excellent oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Must be certified in first aid. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to 48 semester hours or 72 quarter hours of college credit from a college or university.

Prefer 12 semester hours are in child-related subjects and one year of programmatic experience. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Experience in supervising a staff is preferred. Ability to keep accurate records; ability to manage and motivate people;

and ability to work effectively with administrators, teachers, parents and students.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS :

Duties are performed typically in a school setting to include : classroom, gym, auditorium and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting, up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required.

Occasional travel with students on field trips. Frequent movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required.

Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Daily contact with the primary classroom teacher(s).

Daily personal and close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required.

Regular contact with other staff members, parents and medical professionals may be required.

PG 11 24-25

Last updated : 2024-05-07