Job Information
SEK-CAP Teacher Aide: 3-5 Choices Classroom E in Pittsburg, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13501183
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Regular, daily attendance is important to ensure consistency and safety for children.
- Demonstrates good work ethic/habits by following established work schedules, following supervision directives, and Policy & Procedure.
- Be in attendance and participate in required & mandatory training and staff meetings.
- Is able to adapt & function while using self-regulation to maintain composure in high stress environments & situations.
- Ability to multitask and being flexible during the workday.
- Ability to follow the daily schedule and allow children the opportunity to make choices in learning experiences.
- Interact with children in ways that facilitate the development of comprehension and expressive language.
- Ensures required supervision by use of indoor/outdoor zoning.
- Work cooperatively and professionally with children, families, co-workers, professional partners, and volunteers.
- Communicate, orally & in writing, effectively with children, families, co-workers, professional partners, and volunteers in a positive and respectful manner.
- Demonstrate patience with all children based on their developmental milestones (attention spans, interests, social emotional abilities, physical abilities, and speech/language).
- Collaborate with center staff to provide a safe, inviting, engaging and cheerful learning environment.
- Conduct observations and document results in data system.
- Move among classrooms to meet supervision requirements for all children as needed.
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DEMONSTRATES QUALITIES OF:
- \ Positive attitude with an enthusiasm for working with children and families.
- \ Be a strong representative of SEK-CAP Early Childhood Education services.
- \ Desire to engage with vulnerable children and families in a respectful manner which promotes positive relationships.
- \ Be a positive team player who supports the overall center in meeting childrens and co-workers needs.