Early Childhood Facilitator Special Needs (DDRB)

About the role

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is seeking a dedicated Vacation Station Facilitator - Special Needs to support the Program Coordinator and Assistant Program Coordinator in planning and supervising a school-age program at an elementary school site. This role is crucial in creating an enriching environment that promotes both academic and social development for students with special needs in preschool.

Responsibilities

• Adapt and modify activities to meet the individual needs of students.
• Assist students with developing adaptive skills, such as managing personal belongings, buttoning, snapping, and bathroom routines.
• Oversee and support students during lunch, focusing on developing positive lunch habits and social interaction skills.
• Help students during transitional periods to make these transitions less challenging and stressful.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to create and implement modified lesson plans tailored to the specific needs of individual students.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required); completion of 60 college credits in a related field preferred.
• Experience: Relevant job-related experience desired.

Qualifications

• Safety Practices: Adherence to safety practices and protocols.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Record-Keeping: Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in standard office software applications.
• Knowledge: Basic math skills, understanding of child development stages and age-appropriate activities, knowledge of instructional procedures and practices, familiarity with safety practices and district regulations.

Skills

• Safety Practices: Adherence to safety practices and protocols.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Record-Keeping: Ability to maintain accurate and thorough records.
• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in standard office software applications.
• Knowledge: Basic math skills, understanding of child development stages and age-appropriate activities, knowledge of instructional procedures and practices, familiarity with safety practices and district regulations.

Abilities

• Task Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to solve problems independently and make decisions aligned with program goals.
• Confidentiality: Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Physical Demands

Activity: Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
Environment: Typically involves 20% sitting, 50% walking, and 30% standing in a generally clean and healthy environment.