Early Childhood Staff Aide

DISTRICT #49 BOARD APPROVED JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EARLY CHILDHOOD STAFF AIDE Job Title: Early Childhood Staff Aide Related Organization Chart

Initial: May 9, 2024 Revised: Work Year: School Year Office: Education Department: Early Childhood Education Reports To: Director of Early Childhood Education FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Range: Educational Support Personnel Range 3

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher, the Early Childhood Staff Aide is responsible for facilitating age-appropriate developmental skills to include pre-readiness, self-help, social/emotional, cognitive, sensory, and gross and fine motor to children, ages 3-5, in a preschool environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors.

• Assists students with pre-readiness, phonological, self-help, gross/fine motor and social skills in small and large groups under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Assists the classroom teacher in planning/preparing lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Assists students with pre-academic activities (e.g., cutting, gluing, writing, reading, and during) under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Consistently facilitates and engages with students throughout the day (centers, snack, playground etc.)
• Assist's children with special education needs who may require additional support.
• Sets up the classroom (e.g., prepares paints, arrange furniture, set out chairs and manipulative items, student information, and prepare center materials) under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Assists students with self-help skills (e.g., toileting, hand washing, coats, opening snacks) and diapering if needed (may supervise no more than two students while assisting with toileting or diapering).
• Cleans up classroom (e.g., sanitizing toys, supplies and tables, stack chairs, clean centers, bring in playground equipment). Director of Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Staff Aide

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable a ccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Consistently engages with children on the playground (e.g., facilitate positive play/interactions) under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Prepares documentation for pre-academic lessons (e.g., copying, laminating, coloring).
• Ensures program documentation is issued to parents as directed by the teacher.
• Communicates regularly with staff members and parents under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Assists with snack preparation (e.g., sanitizes tables before and after, sets out snacks, oversees hand washing, assists students in cleaning up area) under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Logs information (e.g., snack, attendance, sign in/out sheet, diapering, accident reports) under the supervision of the Early Childhood Teacher.
• Assist the teacher with completing observations and documenting Teaching Strategies GOLD data.
• Under specific instruction and close supervision by the school nurse, this position may be required to provide necessary medical treatments to children with disabilities. This may include, but is not limited to: administering physician prescribed medications including rectal and injectable medications, gastrointestinal feedings, oral suctioning, urinary catheterization, toileting/diapering, diabetes care and assist with potential medical emergencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervision & Technical Responsibilities: This position does not supervise other employees.

Budget Responsibility: This position does not have any direct budget responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for this position:

Education & Training:

• Completion of DHS minimum requirements as defined in the Code of Colorado Regulations.

Experience:

• No experience required.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal relation skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain excellent attendance.
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.
• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Google Workspace.

Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable a ccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Criminal background check (CBI, FBI, Child Welfare check, and out of state background checks if applicable) required for hire.
• Valid Colorado driver's license required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 6 months of hire.

OTHER WORK FACTORS The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and sit with students at their level (table and floor). The employee must frequently lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds. The employee must be able to move quickly.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a school environment.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate. The employee must be able to identify and react quickly to situations.