Early Head Start Floater

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Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is required; must be obtained within 6 months of employment
• If working in mixed classrooms (EHS and HS), both CDAs are required; the most prevalent age group must be obtained first, with an additional 6 months granted for the second CDA
• If the CDA is not completed successfully on the first attempt, the employee may retake the course at their own expense within 60 days; failure to do so will result in separation from employment
• Previous early childcare experience is preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Demonstrate the ability to respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics
• Communicate in writing and verbally in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures
• Ability to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Must receive a COVID vaccination and an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption as a medical or religious accommodation (proof required)

Responsibilities

• Protect the physical and mental health and safety of children; ensure no child is left alone or unsupervised while under care
• Assist with providing an organized learning environment that promotes healthy development and children’s skill growth aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (Ages Birth to Five), including children with disabilities and dual language learners
• Assist with the implementation of prescribed curricula to provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences in language, literacy, social and emotional development, math, science, social studies, creative arts, and physical development, integrating child assessment data in individual and group planning
• Support screenings, assessments, and ongoing evaluation of children’s developmental levels and progress
• Support opportunities for parents and family members to engage in their child’s development and program services, including parent conferences, home visits, and group activities
• Follow appropriate practices to keep children safe during all activities, including reporting suspected or known child abuse and neglect, ensuring appropriate supervision, and adhering to all standards of conduct
• Comply with positive adult-child interactions as measured by the CLASS Pre-K instrument
• Support and participate in staff development, including completion of minimum training requirements, continuing professional development, and staff wellness initiatives
• Support classroom activities as directed by the teacher and assist with transitions to and from the classroom
• Support the use of age-appropriate equipment, materials, supplies, and physical space for indoor and outdoor learning environments; change materials periodically to support children’s evolving interests and development
• Communicate child observations to teachers, including potential interference with a child’s development and school readiness
• Support teachers’ coordination with education, family, mental health, and/or child development professionals to address identified needs
• Support school functions, scheduled meetings, and team decisions and operations
• Maintain confidentiality in all areas of child and program operations
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Measurable Deliverables

• Timely response to classroom requests for support, compliant with Office of Head Start and agency regulations, policies, and protocols
• Regular communication with teachers to ensure they are well-informed about students’ behavior and progress
• The classroom is free from physical and environmental hazards
• Incident reporting occurs within the timeframes designated in program policy and protocol