Early Head Start Instructional Assistant

Early Head Start Instructional Assistant

Fowler Elementary District Dr. Marvene Lobato Childcare Center - Phoenix, Arizona

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2024

Fowler Elementary School District

Job Title: EARLY HEAD START INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Classification: Support Personnel Pay Scale

Range: I or II depending on education

Description: The Early Head Start Instructional Assistant assists the teacher in implementing the educational program, philosophy and goals of the Early Head Start Program. He/she performs a variety of instructional and non‑instructional tasks both in and out of the classroom to support infants and toddlers in the Early Head Start program. Some duties may include the playground setting where there may be exposure to dirt, dust, and extreme seasonal temperatures.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Range I)
• Associate Arts Degree (Range II)
• Infant Toddler Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA)
• Must be 18 years of age (licensing requirement)
• Food Handler’s Card
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• MMR and TB Vaccinations
• CPR and First Aid Certificate
• One (1) year experience working with children in an educational setting
• Ability to use office equipment including computers (Word, Excel), copiers, fax machines and other applicable office equipment
• Knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication
• Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication (preferred)
• Knowledge of the Head Start Performance Standards (desired)
• Knowledge of arithmetic and basic mathematic procedures
• Ability to work in a diverse, multi‑cultural environment
• Ability to comprehend and perform functions from written and oral instructions
• Ability to exhibit mature judgment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with staff, parents, children and others both in and out of the district
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors
• Must be able to reach, stoop, kneel, etc.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 35 lbs
• Must be energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Governing Board or Superintendent

• Assume the leadership role in the Head Start Center as needed in the teacher’s absence
• Assist the teacher in developing and implementing an appropriate academic and non‑academic Head Start program for infants and toddlers based on individual interests, needs, abilities, student achievement and group dynamics
• Participate in daily team planning of instructional curriculum and activities to enhance the Early Head Start Program
• Participate in team assessments of each child and assist in developing individual goals
• Assist with teaching programs and activities to children in the Early Head Start program
• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as those with physical and mental limitations
• Assist with monitoring and observing each student’s progress and record relevant data to aid in the writing/updating of individual goals
• Maintain individual student records and keep all necessary documentation and statistical data current
• Assist with supervision and enforcement of rules and procedures for student discipline and classroom management
• Assist the staff to continually maintain good student behavior and safety in the classroom, halls, cafeteria, gymnasium, playground and on field trips
• Assist with the implementation of federal, state and local health and safety policies and procedures
• Assist with the completion and maintenance of all documentation for compliance with federal, state and local health and safety procedures, Head Start performance standards and licensing regulations
• Assist with inventory and the acquisition and preparation of materials and equipment needed for the daily operation of the Head Start Center
• Maintain equipment and the cleanliness of the Head Start Center
• Perform clerical and clean‑up duties as assigned
• Assist with maintaining a positive environment that develops social, emotional and cognitive skills as well as promotes cooperation and learning
• Communicate program…