Job Title: Assistant Teacher
Duties/Responsibilities:
Promote school readiness by enhancing children's social, cognitive, and overall development through
educational, health, nutritional, and social services.
Comply with Head Start Program Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, 5-Year Grant, MiLeapChild Care Licensing Bureau, USDA-CACFP Requirements, Great Start Readiness Implementation
Manual, NMCAA Personnel Policies, and other relevant guidelines.
Follow agency processes, policies, procedures, and guidance.
Adhere to the Child Protection Law, Staff and Volunteer Mandated Reporting Policy, NMCAA's Early
Childhood Guidance Policy and Code of Conduct.
Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom environment using Creative Curriculum, School
Readiness Goals, and Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS), and conduct child
developmental screenings and GOLD assessments.
Utilize data from GOLD assessments, team input, and parent feedback for lesson planning and
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and address behavioral challenges using Conscious Discipline
and a Classroom Support Plan.
Be present during core hours with children and adapt to flexible schedules to meet family and team
needs.
Ensure a safe, healthy, and organized environment. Implement emergency procedures. Utilize Active
Supervision practices. Follow policies on health care needs, food allergies, medication administration,
and authorized adult releases.
Report incidents and accidents as required.
Support transportation efforts and may be required to ride the bus.
Participate in meal preparation and clean-up.
Assist with family orientations as needed.
Support the teacher in engaging families by providing home visits and parent/teacher conferences as
assigned.
Attend family engagement activities as assigned.
Maintain accurate records for attendance, meals, transportation, and budgets.
Participate in professional development to meet annual requirements.
Utilize platforms used by NMCAA programs such as Podio, E-3, MiRegistry, GOLD, SharePoint, etc.
Support all NMCAA classrooms by subbing if needed.
Complete required duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibility: Reports to the Teacher
Education and Experience:
Have a child development associate (CDA) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or
exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential,
are enrolled in a program that will lead to anassociate or baccalaureate degree in ECE or CD; or,
are enrolled in a CDA credential program to becompleted within two years of the time of hire.
Travel Requirements:
Travel within the 10 county region to attend meetings/trainings, meet with clients and community
partners, shopping for site needs, pick up meals/snacks, and subbing at other sites as needed.
Reliable transportation is essential for job functions.
Licensing and Other Requirements:
Valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance is required.
Pass a comprehensive background check-CCLB.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Meet OHS health requirements-Medical Clearance and TB Screener.
Obtain CPR/First Aid Certification.
Work Hours:
Exact hours will be discussed during the hiring process. Hours will be scheduled during regular
business hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm. Flexibility is required.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities' that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Ability to lift objects weighing 50 lbs. or less.
Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
Ability to utilize child size furniture.
May face potential traffic and weather risks.
Possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids or tissues. Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
Required Skills/Abilities:
A commitment to the NMCAA philosophy and mission.
Ability to maintain confidentiality personally and professionally.
Ability to engage with co-workers and clients in a positive, non-judgmental, and courteous manner.
Ability to offer innovative solutions, collaborate as a team member, and prioritize tasks.
Proficient in operating computers and office equipment.
Must have professional communication skills, organizational abilities, technical proficiency, and
effective time management.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding when working with children and families.
Department: Child & Family Development
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Grade: AT-ATP
Date: 4/11/2025
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