Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant

Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant – Job – Boulder Valley School District

The Preschool Enrichment Classroom Assistant supports the Classroom Lead in their assigned classroom and works under the supervision of the Preschool Enrichment Coordinator. This role assists in delivering a developmentally appropriate preschool program in compliance with Colorado Department of Early Childhood regulations. Responsibilities include supporting classroom activities, maintaining a safe and organized environment, supervising meals, recess, transitions, rest time, and staff breaks.

The Assistant works in close collaboration with the preschool team and fosters an inclusive setting that promotes children's development and may assume a leadership role in the Classroom Lead's absence.

• Assist in the planning and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that is aligned to the Early Childhood Education curriculum and provides students with half and full day enrichment opportunities.
• Assist in the creation of an inclusive learning environment that supports early intervention, referral for academic, social-emotional, and/or human services when necessary, and an understanding and appreciation of culturally and linguistically diverse student and family needs.
• Assist in the daily operation of the program under the guidance and direction of the Preschool Enrichment Classroom Lead.
• Take student attendance and ensure the safety of students at all times; maintain ratio compliance.
• Effectively handle student discipline by establishing and maintaining clear, consistent and fair limits on children's behavior and implementing and maintaining positive guidance and discipline techniques set by the program.
• Create a warm, friendly and cooperative environment in which children and families feel comfortable and secure. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with licensing rules and regulations set by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood, local County Health Department and School District policies and procedures.
• Participate in trainings and professional learning opportunities that allow for continued licensure and growth.
• Remain current on all required trainings and total number of training hours required by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.
• Work collaboratively as an integral member of the Preschool team.
• Communicate positively and effectively regarding student needs and overall growth and wellbeing.
• Communicate and collaborate with all students and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethical behavior and professionalism.
• Maintain positive working relationships with school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be one of the following:
  Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) Qualified as established under Colorado Code of Regulations (2.216.A) or Level II in the Colorado Shines PDIS System, and/or hold a Child Development Associate Certification (CDA).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to assist children in toileting along with delegated health care duties.
• Complete and submit BVSD online application.
• Communicate (read, write and speak) in English.