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1. Implements
curriculum for children in the classroom through lesson planning and
progress review.
a) Writes and
submits lesson plans at least one week in advance
b) Schedules
field trips and submits forms, monthly
c) Plans and
implements at least two food experiences, monthly
d) Completes
developmental screening tool on each child within 45 days of child’s date
of entry
e) Uses results
of developmental screening tool to individualize educational programming
for each child
f) Completes
and maintains ongoing assessment and portfolio for each child.
g) Schedules and
makes two home visits per child per year
h) Schedules and
implements two in school parent/teacher conferences per child per year
i) Prepares
a flexible classroom schedule at the beginning of each operational year
j) Reviews
each child’s progress daily
k) Maintains and
disseminates weekly child communication notes.
l)
2. Serves as
team leader in classroom operations, working closely with classroom
assistants and volunteers to create an atmosphere of cooperation and
collaboration.
a) Includes
teacher assistant in the development and implementation of weekly lesson
plans
b) Makes
assignments to foster grandparents and volunteers and documents in plans
3. Maintains a
working knowledge of all Head Start performance standards
a) Based on Head
Start performance standards, demonstrates developmentally appropriate
practice throughout the center in all interactions with children
b) Arranges and
maintains a classroom environment conducive to exploration and experiential
learning with interest areas labeled, defined, and accessible to children
c) Keeps
equipment and materials safe, clean, and in good condition at all times,
both indoors and outdoors
4. Works to
continue education by attending classes, meetings, workshops, and
conferences related to Head Start and early childhood education, earning at
least 21 points per program year as defined in the TAP Head Start training
plan.
a) Develops
professional development goals with supervisor, annually
b) Participates
in classes, workshops, meetings, and conferences that move toward meeting
professional development goals, as requested or assigned.
c) Attends
center staff meetings monthly, or as needed
d) Provides
transportation to parents to attend service area committee meetings, upon
request
e) Attends planned
in-service training, as assigned
f) Attends
service area committee meetings as assigned
g) Continues
education toward the goal of completing a BA or BS degree if applicable.
5. Assists the
Lead Teacher in creating an atmosphere in the center that is welcoming to
parents and families
a) Encourages
parent participation daily by providing parents with information about how
they can be involved
b) Assists in
providing a parent reception area
c) Greets
parents daily and invites them to participate
d) Attends
parent meetings as assigned
6. Works with
all service area staff and parents to maintain a quality program
a) Works to help
center meet monthly in-kind goal
b) Assists Lead
Teacher is ensuring staff coverage in all classrooms in compliance with
Minimum Standards for Licensed Child Care Programs in Virginia and Head
Start Performance Standards.
c) Selects
age appropriate materials and supplies for the children
d) Orders
materials and supplies and submits to the lead teacher, as needed
e) Makes
learning aids as needed for individual children
f) Works
to incorporate IEP goals in classroom plans whenever applicable.
7. Administers
first aid
a) maintains a
current Red Cross Multimedia First Aid Card
b) maintains a
current CPR certification card
8. Reports cases
of suspected child abuse or neglect to supervisor and calls Child
Protective Services immediately
9. Follows all
policies and procedures in TAP Head Start Policies and Procedures Manual.
10. Adheres to NAEYC Code of Ethical
Conduct as adopted by TAP Head Start.
11. Performs all other job related tasks
upon request.
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