Head Start Classroom Support Specialist, Coconino County at Nacog

$23.80/hr 40 hrs/wk 44 wks/yrSummaryIn compliance with Federal Law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Working under general supervision and with moderate difficulty this position is responsible for providing support to Head Start classroom staff in the delivery of high quality education services by ensuring compliance with program policies and procedures in the day-to-day activities of the classroom. This position is also responsible for facilitating the professional development of staff.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Provides support to classroom staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to build and maintain high quality classrooms that result in high CLASS scores and positive child outcomesConducts classroom observations for the purpose of developing and implementing program policies and procedures that establish a high quality continuity of care as required by Performance StandardsAssists in the development of action plans for the implementation of program policies and procedures that establish a high quality continuity of care as required by Performance StandardsAssists in the classroom by role modeling/mentoring highly consistent high quality classroom management strategies and techniques in accordance with policies and proceduresInterprets written program policies procedures and rules as they apply to staff goalsProvides training to Center Directors to ensure that all staff have the knowledge and skill to support and implement policies and proceduresMeets with Head Start teaching staff to develop goals for training and professional development plans which will result in higher CLASAS scores and improved outcomes for childrenFacilitates training classroom staff to help staff meet their professional development needs for ensuring high quality continuity of carePrepares and maintains records and reports that will help guide Component Administrators and field staff in their daily workDevelops and maintains schedules for on-site visitations to ensure consistent visits and communication across the regionOther related duties as assigned.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education or other related field of study; and 3-5 years classroom experience or 5 years experience with a CDA or equivalent certification and the ability to earn an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education within 18 months of hire.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Fingerprint Clearance CardCriminal Background CheckMotor Vehicle Report (annual)CERTIFICATES & LICENSES:First Aide/CPRTECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Appropriate classroom set up and managementCurriculum fidelityPyramid modelConscious disciplineCACFP family style mealsHealth and dental health componentGENERAL COMPETENCIES:Analytical thinkingBusiness acumenCommunicationCultural competenceMentoring / training competenceOrganization skillsProblem solving skillsPublic speakingTRAVEL REQUIRED: â < 5% X < 25% â < 50% â < 75% â 100%PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:Physical Activity: Frequent standing walking talking listening sitting.Physical exertion: X Sedentary; Light; Medium; Heavy; Very Heavy. Work involves Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amounts of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body; involves sitting most of the time.Visual requirements:Working conditions: Regular exposure to extreme weather conditions and infectious diseaseNACOG is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion gender age sexual orientation national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by the state federal or local law. NACOG is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individual with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Human Resources Director .Benefits include: Agency paid health dental vision Arizona State Retirement (ASRS); Paid sick leave & holiday payRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Children Activity,Access Control,Human Resources Administration,Government,Actuary,Hydraulics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1