Center Resource Partner - Eden, NC

General Description

It is the responsibility of the Center Resource Partner to assist the teacher to plan, organize and direct the operation of programs for a specific group of children providing a high-quality environment in which each child achieves the highest level of social, emotional, physical, and intellectual competence.

Required Competencies

• Reliability/Dependability
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Intrigue and Growth
• Quality and Timeliness of Work
• Effective Communication

Role Specific

• Effective Behavior Management
• Curriculum Planning and Execution
• Learning Environment Management
• Parent and Family Engagement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

A. Curriculum

• Assist in organizing and using space, materials, and routines to construct an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment that encourages play, exploration, and learning.
• Aid in developing and implementing an integrated program of activities, experiences, and opportunities which contribute to the growth and development of each child and are appropriate to the developmental levels of the children being served.
• Use available community resources and age-appropriate activities to enrich the children's experience in the classroom.
• Ensure that the classroom respects and reflects the diverse backgrounds and learning styles of each child.
• Create and maintain an environment appropriate for children in adherence to HSPS, CLASS, NCPK, NAEYC.
• Perform any other job-related tasks as assigned, which may include bus monitoring and kitchen duties (in compliance with CACFP).

B. Teacher-Child Interaction

• Maintain effective communication with children that fosters physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Use questioning, probing, and problem-solving as interactions which promote learning.
• Interact with children at their eye level using a voice which is pleasant and encouraging.
• Aid in providing opportunities for children individually or in small and large groups.
• Use conflict resolution techniques which are appropriate for the developmental level of the child.
• Provide for smooth transition from one activity to another activity without requiring the children to wait.
• Actively engage in procedures to ensure all children are properly supervised.
• Ensure that Face to Name Transition Forms are completed with accuracy.
• Ensure that Zoning is happening both indoor and outdoor learning environments.
• Ensure that the 6 Active Supervision Strategies are adhered to: Set up the Environment, Position Staff, Scan and Count, Listen, Anticipate Children’s Behavior, and Engage and Redirect.
• Support classroom environment by providing individualized care for children, including positive behavioral supports, and engage wholly in classroom activities and transitions to ensure the safety and supervision of all children in the learning environment.
• Aid children with self-help activities.
• Maintain daily activities with children to include changing diapers, feeding, playing, reading, and daily cleaning.
• Aid in all tasks related to the activities of the children.
• Bus monitoring duties as assigned.

C. Adult-Adult Interaction

• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers through open communication, sharing resources, and supporting professional development.
• Develop supportive relationships with parents by respecting their child-rearing values and by sharing information about the ages and stages of children's development to improve their understanding of their own children.
• Maintain a cooperative atmosphere in the workplace by exhibiting a pleasant and cooperative attitude.
• Aid the Teacher of any group as assigned by the Center Director.

D. Parent Involvement

• Communicate the activities of the program to parents on a regular basis, for example the newsletter and activity calendars.
• Aid in conducting and documenting parent conferences and/or home visits as needed or required.
• Communicate with parents the expectation of and opportunities for their positive involvement in the program.
• Maintain a professional relationship with parents.
• Attend center activities, and center staff meetings as requested.

E. Program Management

• Maintain a clean and organized learning environment.
• Use all available resources to ensure an effective operation of the learning environment.
• Immediately report all cases of suspected child abuse or neglect to the Center Director.
• Write and submit appropriate reports accurately and on time.
• Request supplies and equipment when needed and according to procedure.
• Aid in maintaining an orderly classroom.
• Report all incidents immediately to the supervisor.
• Attending all required meetings and training opportunities.

F. Professionalism

• When implementing strategies for meeting the goals of the program, make decisions based on knowledge of child development theories and appropriate practices, including CLASS, NAEYC and NCPK.
• Abide by the NAEYC Code of Ethics.
• Continuously assess skills and knowledge and in conjunction with the Center Director, plan strategies for improvement and growth.

Essential Qualifications

• Must have completed high school or GED and provide proof of diploma.
• Participation in the subsequent CDA cohort following the start date is mandatory.
• Completion within the specified dates as outlined in the Professional Development Plan (PDP) is requisite.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, children, parents, and volunteers.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to working with different age groups of children.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively the duties required for the job including verbal ability to communicate, auditory capacity to respond to children and adults, visual ability to complete written assignments, and physical ability to complete assignments given accommodations as required by law.

Physical, Mental and/or Visual Demands

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to bend and stoop.
• Must be able to walk extended periods throughout the day monitoring.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close, distance, color, peripheral depth, and the ability to adjust focus.

Company Commitment

GenerationEd is committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities in accordance with ADA.

Employment Terms

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the individual assigned to this position and should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the position. The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties.