Early Childhood Assistant

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Job Title: Early Childhood Assistant - --- - Job Description: PCN 06255051ES - --- - Pay and Scheduling: - * Calendar: 195/hrs, 8 - * Pay Grade: 2 - $18.00/hr - Benefits Package: - Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package - for employees. - The package includes: - * A robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and options plans. - * Onsite wellness center. - The wellness center provides: - * No-cost preventative care, - * Low-cost acute care appointments, - * Behavioral health services, - * Prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost! - Qualifications: - (Inclusive of federal guidelines as they pertain to Head Start positions) - * High school diploma and current preschool CDA or equivalent state/national certification, or willingness to obtain within one (1) year. - * Experience working with preschool children. - * Ability to pass health screening, including tuberculosis test, per Head Start Performance Standards. - Preferred Qualifications: - * Current infant/child first aid and CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days. - * Valid Florida driver's license and insurance. - Performance Responsibilities: - Assists in developing and implementing appropriate instructional plans and individualized learning experiences for 3-5 year-olds as prescribed by program curricula. - Establishes and maintains learning environments that meet all applicable state and federal health and safety standards. - Assists in gathering, evaluating and utilizing ongoing child development assessment data. - Engages families in program activities by maintaining ongoing and open communication, including participation in conferences and home visits. - Meets all state and federal record-keeping and recording requirements. - Assists in implementing prescribed, individualized support, behavior and/or learning plans. - Practices positive child behavior and management techniques in the classroom. - Participates in requisite professional development activities. - Supports and supervises classroom volunteers and interns. - Maintains relevant, ongoing and open communication with coworkers and supervisory staff. - Works closely with partnering community agencies to provide quality, seamless services. - Performs assigned duties related to student safety on campus. - Performs other duties related to the job goal as directed. - Additional Information: - Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions - Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule - Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefits - AHCA Background Screening: AHCA - *Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process. - EEO Information:** - Charlotte County Public Schools promote equal educational and employment opportunities. - Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy - Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124. - Charlotte County Public Schools considers veteran's preferences for all positions in accordance with Florida statute. 295.07.