ASSISTANT TEACHER

at  Upper Des Moines Opportunity Inc

Description:
POSITION: Assistant Teacher
REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator
SALARY: As per agency salary schedule FLSA: Non-Exempt
HYBRID WORK: Ineligible

A. DEMONSTRATES HABITS AND SKILLS OF CONTINUOUS INQUIRY AND LEARNING.

• Open-mindedness, seeks and accepts feedback.
• Demonstrates self-initiative and take advantage of opportunities to improve skills/knowledge.
• Evaluates own practices, develops goals that promote growth and takes responsibility for achievement.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED with the ability to secure a CDA. Head Start Assistant Teachers must secure CDA within two years from date of hire. Early Head Start Assistant Teachers must secure CDA within one year from date of hire.
• Prefer a candidate to be enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate or Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood.
• Use of assessment and promote children’s progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.
• Knowledge of HS Performance Standards, State Licensing rules and NAEYC Accreditation.
• Certifications: Mandatory Reporter, CPR, First Aid, Universal Precautions.
• Limited chauffeur’s license with acceptable driving record to transport children in isolated instances.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force on occasion, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 5-10 pounds constantly, performing such activities as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, including some duties requiring repetitive motion skills, such as keyboarding and computer use.
• Initial physical and one every 3 years thereafter.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Essential duties are intended to describe those functions essential to the performance of this job, and “other’ duties include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
  This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability

A. CREATES A SAFE AND PURPOSEFUL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT.

• Contributes to an inviting, well organized classroom to meet the learning needs of children and follows a daily schedule/routine.
• Assists in selecting materials to support learning activities and document activities and children’s skills.
• Transitions between activities are appropriate.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Access, input and retrieve information from computer.
• File and organize Head Start information.
• Inventory supplies and equipment
• Familiarity with computer knowledge and skills in computer operations.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.
• Viable means of transportation, and evidence of insurance, valid Iowa driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Other duties as assigned.
  Requirements: