Paraeducator, Preschool; Transitional Kindergarten Pool

Para educator, Preschool, (Transitional Kindergarten) Applicant Pool, 25-25-26

Join to apply for the Para educator, Preschool, (Transitional Kindergarten) Applicant Pool, 25-25-26 role at TUSTIN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

The mission of the Tustin Unified School District, a learning community rich in heritage and committed to a tradition of excellence, is to ensure that each student optimizes individual achievement through an educational system characterized by challenging and exciting curricula and inspiring personalized instruction, in partnership with our dynamic and involved communities.

Definition: The Para educator, Preschool, under the direction of the School Readiness Program Specialist, assists the Preschool Educator or Associate Preschool Educator with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the educational needs of preschool-aged children; provides instruction to individuals and small groups in the Kindergarten Readiness Academy and helps with the preparation of instructional materials.

• Supervise children in all activities, in the classroom, on the playground, during snack time, and on field trips.
• Assist with planning, preparing and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs of preschool-aged children.
• Direct group activities with students as assigned.
• Maintain a positive, nurturing environment, which respects culture and diversity.
• Participate with children and encourage their involvement in activities.
• Observe and redirect student behavior according to approved procedures.
• Set up and clean up work areas and eating areas.
• Operate audio-visual equipment.
• Assist children with washing as needed; assist children with toileting, changing those who have experienced toileting accidents; assist students in developing self-help skills.
• Assist with preparing instructional materials as directed by the supervisor.
• Assist students in developing language skills.
• Maintain a clean, safe, attractive and positive learning environment, which assists children in making a positive transition from home to preschool.
• Communicate materials needs to teacher.
• Maintain a caring, clean, safe, sanitary and orderly classroom environment.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Perform related tasks as required.

• Knowledge of basic principles of early childhood development including proper discipline applicable in a preschool setting.
• Knowledge of basic instructional methods and techniques in early childhood education.
• Knowledge of safe practices for classroom and playground activities.
• Knowledge of appropriate English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Knowledge of basic record‑keeping procedures.
• Knowledge of interpersonal relations skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Knowledge of operation of a variety of office and classroom equipment.
• Knowledge of health regulations and safe working methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Knowledge of district policies, rules and regulations.
• Ability to learn, apply and explain Kindergarten Readiness Academy and District philosophies, policies and procedures.
• Ability to assist in planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs of preschool-aged children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with preschool children and adults.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults.
• Ability to monitor and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.
• Ability to use positive and appropriate methods of behavior modification for preschool-aged children.
• Ability to coordinate and participate in activities with groups of children.
• Ability to operate a variety of office and classroom equipment, including a computer, copier, laminator, CD player, television, and video equipment.
• Ability to set up and clean up work and snack areas.
• Ability to assist children with toileting.
• Ability to observe health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.

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