Panther Daycare Paraprofessional

Position Title - Panther Daycare Paraprofessional

Qualifications - 18 years of age or older, High school diploma or equivalent

Reports To - Director or Site Supervisor

Terms of Employment - 195 day contract

Essential Job Functions

Ensure all minimum licensing and Better Beginnings requirements are being met on a daily basis

Monitor classroom, playground and other areas for safety and security

Assist lead teacher with organizing, cleaning and preparing materials

Assist children in achieving developmental success socially, emotionally and behaviorally

Maintain a positive climate for children and encourage respectful interactions

Monitor student progress and help maintain documentation

Engage in positive interactions with children and serve as a positive role model for developing social skills

Attend required trainings

Perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors

Other Job Functions

Document and record daily activities for each child in Procare

Ensures staff-child ratios are met at all times

Accompany assigned children and know classroom count at all times

Strive to meet each child's individual needs

Maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, employees and others

Builds positive relationships with children, parents, co-workers and others