Description ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensures all children are appropriately chaperoned and never left unattended in all situations such as facility, transportation, playground, or community outing. • When substituting for a CSA on the bus, ensure all children have evacuated the bus, and checks for personal items left on the bus. • Assists in establishing and implementing an appropriate active learning environment. • Coordinates with the assigned Teacher to ensure daily educational requirements are being accomplished. • Aids in establishing a daily routine consistent with Creative Curriculum. • Assists in the use of Teaching Strategies Gold On-line as assessment tool and entering data into the system three times per program year. * • Maintains a positive learning environment, models positive behavior, and engages in positive adult-child interactions. • Observes and assesses children, developing and implementing appropriate lesson plans pursuant to required timelines using the Individual Program Room Self-Assessment Plan for developing strategies to enhance outcomes. * • Assists in establishing home and centers communications by encouraging parent participation. • Participates in periodic home visits and in parent teacher conferences. * • Practices daily health routines including potty training, hand washing, etc.; and follows emergency procedures if needed. • Records and updates all associated records including the screenings which must be completed within the first 45 days of service. * • Acts in capacity of teacher during teacher’s absence. * • Assists with fastening children in to harnesses on bus and attaching name tags. Rides the bus as required and ensures active participation by the children while on the bus. • Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Attends evening meetings and participates in job related training as required. • Follows the program procedures relating to confidentiality. • Performs overnight travel as required. • Mandated Child Abuse/Neglect reporter • Must pass initial and tri-annual physical exam and TB screening. Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Working knowledge of computers, including MS Word, Excel, and other related programs. • Working knowledge of social service systems. • Proficient oral and written communication skills including effective listening skills. • Ability to deal tactfully with the public. • Working knowledge of outcome-based services. • Knowledge of Creative Curriculum. • Knowledge of State Learning Standards. • Knowledge of CLASS. • Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: • Have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire. • Current PA driver’s license and reliable transportation. (Required) • Free of Child Abuse/Neglect history as verified by proper authorities. (Required) • Must obtain Child Abuse, PA State Police, FBI Fingerprinting and NSOR Clearances prior to starting employment. (Required) • Must meet vaccination requirements set by funding sources. (Required) • Associate degree in Early Childhood (ECE). (Preferred) • Minimum one (1) year professional work experience with preschool children. (Preferred)