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Community Council of Idaho

Preschool Aide (HeadStart) Gooding

Community Council of Idaho, New York, New York, United States

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https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2355344 . Status:

Non-Exempt / Hourly.

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Preschool Teacher. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Vacation, Paid Holidays. This position is considered Seasonal Full-Time, with an approximate start date in April and running through December, including some downtime during the off-peak period. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist Teacher with planning and conducting classroom instructional curriculum and activities that encourage growth of language, social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and communication skills. Assist in daily health checks of children. Assist in conducting and monitoring developmental screening of children, and in implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and Family Service Plans (IFSPs). Monitor the progress of individual children. Supervise classroom activities in the absence of the Teacher. Assist in preparing, maintaining, and presenting records, documents, reports, and reviews. Stay current on new educational practices, techniques, and objectives. Assist in developing and maintaining dual language in the classroom. Help prepare children for transition into kindergarten. Help maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. Provide children with experiences that develop curiosity, initiative, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Help maintain clear, reasonable, and age-appropriate rules, engaging children in the rule-setting process. Multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure. May perform duties of bus monitor once trained. Maintain confidentiality of clients and records. Perform all duties in accordance with CC Idaho policies, procedures, safety practices, and Head Start Standards. Qualifications

Required High school Diploma or GED. Preschool Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or enrolled in a CDA program to be completed within a year, or an associate degree in Early Childhood Education. Current driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. Pass physical examination and background checks, including state daycare clearance. Obtain Tuberculosis clearance. First Aid and CPR certification. Preferred Ability to read, speak, and write in both English and Spanish in a business setting. Physical Demands

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and smell. Must be able to lift/move up to 30 pounds. Work Environment

Work in an office or classroom setting; may be exposed to electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles; moderate to elevated noise level; work may be stressful. Benefits

Community Council of Idaho offers a strong, non-profit work environment with respect for work-life balance, flexibility, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401K, Life insurance, EAP Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Educational leave First-year PTO: 16 hours upfront, then up to 5 days annually; after 3 years, additional benefits apply.

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