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Description General Duties: Responsible to assist the Teacher in providing a warm and nurturing environment in winch the children can grow physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually. DAILY DUTIES; + Responsible for assisting in greeting each child in primary care. + Responsible for assisting with the daily planning and execution of all classroom and outdoor activities. + Responsible for assisting to provide a safe, orderly, clean environment (including setting up and cleaning interest areas, etc.) + Responsible for assisting with naptime duties: changing sheets, blankets, setting up and if applicable, putting away cots (beds) before and after naps. + Responsible for assisting in bathroom supervision if assigned in Toddler or Preschool areas. + Responsible for assisting in all mealtime activities including setting up before and cleaning after meals (will sit with children). + Responsible for assisting in maintaining attendance and observation records on each child, regarding their health, behavior, and development. + Responsible for maintaining a good rapport with parents. + Responsible for helping children control their behavior using a positive and appropriate approach. + Responsible for Family style meals and all requirements of CACFP in the care of children. PERIODIC DUTIES: + Responsible for assisting teacher in gathering information on each child for parent conferences. + Responsible for attending staff meetings. + Responsible for attending workshops, conferences, in-service training, as assigned by the Administrator and/or Director. + Responsible for assisting other staff in cleaning centers if need arises. + Knowledge of the California Foundation/ Framework, DRDP, PITC, DAP, NAEYC and ECERS/ITERS Rating Scale. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + At least 6 units of Early Childhood Education (ECE). + Must be able to work as a team. + Must be willing to continually increase knowledge in field of endeavor. + Must be neat and clean. + Must have experience with young children. + Must have good written and oral communication in English. + Must have teaching permit or enrolled to obtain teaching permit and eventually earn a BA degree in the field of early care and education. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.