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Clarke County School District

<div><p><b>JOB DESCRIPTION</b></p><p><b>
Bilingual Head Start Child Development Assistant</b></p><div><div><p><b>
DIVISION: Office of Early Learning</b></p><p><b><br>
GRADE: G15-H</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
DEPARTMENT: Head Start</b></p><p><b><br>
WORK DAY: 190</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
REPORTS TO: Director of Early Learning</b></p><p><b><br>
FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
JOB CLASS: 433C</b></p><p><b><br>
GROUP: Classified</b></p></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
POSITION SUMMARY</b></p></div><div><p><br>
The job of HS Child Development Assistant (Paraprofessional) is done for the purpose/s of providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning learning environment in which three-year-old students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials. Assistants may be assigned to work in classrooms, offices, a media center, one on one, groups, or other environments.</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS</b></p></div><div><div><p><b><i><br>
EDUCATION:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Child Development Associate (CDA), Technical Certificate of Credit (TCC) in early childhood education or have equivalent coursework in early childhood education; or</li><li>
Enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate early childhood education degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire</li><li>
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred</li><li>
High school diploma or GED equivalent</li><li>
At least 21 years&rsquo; of age (Individuals who have a minimum credit hours and hold an Associate Degree or higher early childhood teaching credential do not have to meet the minimum 21 years of age requirement)</li></ul></div></div><div><div><p><b><i><br>
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Criminal Justice Fingerprint, Background Clearance, Sex Offender Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check</li><li>
Valid Georgia driver&rsquo;s license or State ID and reliable transportation</li><li>
Employment Health Examination</li></ul></div></div><div><div><p><b><i><br>
WORK EXPERIENCE:</i></b></p><ul><li>
Experience working with children under age five and their families.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, &amp; ABILITIES</b></p></div><div><div><ul><li><b><br>
Skills-based Competencies: </b>Required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: provide effective and nurturing adult-child interactions, assist with planning and implementing learning experiences for the purpose of effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment and promote children&rsquo;s progress; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices and procedures; administering first aid and/or prescribed medications; applying physical restraint practices; promoting activities and/or events.</li></ul><ul><li><b><br>
Knowledge-based Competencies: </b>Required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; stages of child development and learning styles; age appropriate activities/behaviors; classroom instructional media and technology; cultural differences of student population; health standards and hazards; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; methods of instruction and training; office equipment and technology; school safety and security practices.</li></ul><ul><li><b><br>
Ability-based Competencies: </b>Required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with persons of diverse backgrounds; dealing with frequent interruptions; working extended hours; and working with frequent interruptions.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES</b></p></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Administers achievement and diagnostics tests assessments as directed by the teacher (assessment data, physical coordination exercises, physical hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in the instructional process.</li><li>
Assists students (lesson assignments, art activities, playground activities, toilet training/diaper changes, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals, early learning standards, and appropriate social skills as directed by the teacher.</li><li>
Implements activities assigned by the teacher (independent study, enrichment work, remedial work set up, etc.) for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.</li><li>
Maintains classroom equipment, work area supplies, and learning aids (computers, drawing materials, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and providing a safe learning environment.</li><li>
Monitors individual and/or groups of students in a variety of settings (classroom, playground, field trips, library, lunchroom, restrooms, bus loading/unloading, etc.) for the purpose of providing active supervision and a safe and positive learning environment.</li><li>
Performs duties with other department workers as assigned (parent communication, sensory breaks for students, behavior management, bus pick-up, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.</li><li>
Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students (accidents, fights, inappropriate social behavior, violations of rules, safety conditions, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate instructional and/or administrative personnel.</li><li>
Responds to emergency situations (injured student, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.</li><li>
Serves as a mandated reporter (classroom, home visits, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety of students and compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.</li><li>
Supports classroom teachers (storytelling, reading, special one-on-one work, lunchroom behavior management, playground, etc.) for the purpose of assisting them in the implementation of appropriate behavior, curriculum, and teaching methodologies.</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit</li></ul></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS</b></p><p>
The Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment listed in this section are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of Physical Abilities and Other Conditions of Continued Employment which may be required of positions in this class. Clarke County School District encourages persons with disabilities who are interested in employment in this class and need reasonable accommodation of those disabilities to contact the Human Resources Department for further information.</p><p></p><p><br>
Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.</p><p>
Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.</p><p>
Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.</p><p>
Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp, and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.</p><p>
Strength: Ability to stand, bend and lift as much as 35 pounds or more to perform toilet training / diaper changes safely and effectively. On a frequent basis. Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 30 or more pounds on a frequent basis. Ability to physically restrain parties involved in a conflict.</p><p>
Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.</p><p>
Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.</p><p>
Remote Work Requirements: Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between various in-person working environments</p><p></p><p><br>
Additional Work Conditions &amp; Physical Abilities: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking, and 50% standing.</p><p><br>
</p><p><i>It is the policy of the Clarke County School District not to discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability or any other legally protected status in its educational programs, activities or employment practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.</i></p></div>

2026-2027 Head Start Child Development Assistant (190 day)

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2026-2027 Head Start Child Development Assistant (190 day)