Classroom Assistant at North Coast Childrens Service

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionVarious locations Available - Eureka, Fortuna, Mckinleyville and Trinidad. JOB DESCRIPTION State Preschool, General Child Development, Head Start Classroom Assistant Under the supervision of the Center Director or Team Teacher, the Classroom Assistant is responsible for: assisting with the supervision of all children; developing and implementing classroom activities; working cooperatively with and supporting other classroom staff and volunteers; and assisting with the general maintenance of program facilities to insure the health and safety of the children of the program. This is a non-exempt position.DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:• Work closely with the Lead Teacher to assist her/him in implementing developmentally appropriate activities for the children in the program. • Assist the children with self-help skills and daily routines such as toileting, dressing, eating, and napping. • Help create a warm and accepting environment, which encourages independence and self-esteem in the children.• Approach the children, parents and other staff members with respect, being sensitive towards each individual's rights, needs and cultural/socioeconomic backgrounds. • Assist in preparation, service and cleanup of food program as needed. • Assist in setup of classroom environment and help with the daily cleanup of the facilities. • Be familiar with and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Northcoast Children's Services Personnel Policies and Head Start. • Respect the confidentiality of information regarding all children and their families. • Communicate and work effectively with other staff members. • Participate in team and center meetings and in-service trainings as requested. • Implement guidance techniques with children which are appropriate to the situation and aid individual children who experience difficulty in the group. • Perform other duties as assigned.