Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Job Details

Type of Position: Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration

Job Type: Regular

Summary of Job Duties

The Early Childhood Paraprofessional will demonstrate a passion for early childhood education and will provide support of developmentally appropriate teaching methods which meet children's needs and stimulate learning in all developmental areas found in the Arkansas Early Learning Standards. This position reports to the Director of the UAFS Little Lions Child Development Center.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or over and provide documentation of one (1) of the following educational levels: Associate of Science degree or higher in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field from a regionally accredited college or university; or High school degree/GED and one year of early childcare experience with willingness to obtain a Child Development Associate Credential within 2 years of employment

Preferred Education / Work Experience

• Child Development Associate Credential or Higher Degree in Early Childhood
• Two years of childcare experience
• Registered with the Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education Professional Development Registry
• Teaching experience with Better Beginnings curriculum
• Current knowledge of Arkansas Child Development and Early Learning Standards
• Infant/Child CPR Certification

Summary of Job Duties

• Follow approved curriculum and weekly activity plans while supporting areas of developmentally appropriate programming and daily classroom management
• Support learning activities in all developmental areas
• Follow a daily schedule which offers periods of active play and quiet times throughout the day
• Be physically active throughout the day with children indoors and outdoors
• Provide routine care during mealtimes, diapering/toileting and rest time
• Assist the Early Childhood Teacher with students individually, in small groups and whole group
• Assist with supervision of students and ensure the safety and well-being of all children in care
• Assist to maintain an organized and safe learning environment
• Assist in keeping accurate and complete records
• Report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect
• Interact with children and develop a relationship in the context of everyday routines
• Provide support of instructional strategies for each child as a unique person
• Assist with consistent communication with parents/guardians
• Obtain and maintain professional development hours
• Foster teamwork through positive work communication and interactions
• Maintain consistent on-time attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide flexible support of transitions in classrooms as needed
• Ability to guide and support student learning through developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellence in communication with colleagues, students and parents
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to be physically active all day with children indoors and outdoors
• Ability to endure prolonged standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, occasionally reaching above the head or the shoulders, bending and squatting

Salary Information: $28,528

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)