What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Assistant position at Floyd County Schools?
QUALIFICIATIONS: High school diploma or G.E.D. and successful
completion of KYA or completed two years of study at
an institution of higher education; or obtained an
associates, or higher degree in a field related to early
childhood education and coursework equivalent to a
major relating to early childhood education. Must have a
child development associate (CDA) credential or be
enrolled in a CDA credential program that will be
completed within two years. Successful experience in
working with preschool-age children preferred.
REPORTS TO: Principal, Director
JOB GOAL: Assists the teacher in providing instruction to individual or
small groups; monitors and reports student progress.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and terms of employment according to
the approved salary schedules.
EVALUATIONS: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with
provisions of the district evaluation plan.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Tutors individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintains records of student progress.
- Participates as member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
- Assists in administering diagnostic and other tests; scores and records test information.
- Monitors and reports behavior of students according to approved procedures; reports progress regarding student performance and behavior; checks and assists students with lab work as necessary.
- Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operates copy machines; maintains classroom records; maintains attendance records.
- Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
- Confers, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
- Assures the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.