Qureos Mentor

Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC)

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 Supervisory Responsibilities
 
 
 
 None.
 
 
 
 Summary
 
 
 
 With guidance from the Teacher, assists teacher in the implementation of educational curriculum goals, objectives, classroom activities and parent engagement per Head Start Program Performance Standards, philosophy and mission. When appropriate, assists the Teacher by interpreting.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities/Essential Functions
 
 
 
 Provides a safe and healthy environment as required by Community Care Licensing regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.
 
 
 Provides appropriate visual supervision of children at all times.
 
 
 Assists Teacher(s) and/or Teacher Director in tasks such as toileting, meals and snacks, room set-up, cleaning of furniture and equipment, safety, etc.
 
 
 Assists Teacher(s) in activity planning and program implementation of curriculum.
 
 
 Assists Teachers&rsquo; effort to support all children reach individual goals, including those with a disability.
 
 
 Participates in classroom day to day routine, record keeping and planning procedures.
 
 
 Develops skills in methods of teaching and as skills are gained, takes on more responsibility in classroom planning and preparation.
 
 
 Observes children and provides feedback to the Teacher for screening and on-going assessment of children.
 
 
 Assists in completing classroom documentation tasks such as: daily sign-in/out of children, ChildPlus, meal service, developmental screenings and all other duties necessary for the maintenance of a smoothly running classroom.
 
 
 Assumes leadership role in absence of Teacher as assigned by Teacher Director/Center Director.
 
 
 Confers with appropriate staff member(s) prior to intervention in any potential stressful situations with families.
 
 
 Participates in home visits, parent/teacher conferences and case conferences as requested. Acts as an interpreter when appropriate.
 
 
 Attends and participates in scheduled center meetings, staff in-services and required trainings/workshops.
 
 
 Occasionally will be required to work at additional centers/classrooms outside of regularly assigned classrooms/centers.
 
 
 Maintains strict compliance with universal precautions in the classroom or during home visits and when administering first aid.
 
 
 Serves as a bus monitor, as assigned.
 
 
 Assists in the preparation, service and clean-up of meals and snacks.
 
 
 Maintains confidentiality of records and information on Early Head Start/Head Start staff, children and families.
 
 
 Assists the teacher in promoting parent/family engagement in various program activities, such as family/child home activities, volunteering in the classroom, attending program workshops and meetings, etc.
 
 
 Models professionalism for staff, parents, children, clients, and community members. Promotes a collaborative environment within the service areas, program, and agency.
 
 
 Observes children and provides feedback to Teacher for on-going assessment &amp; servicing of children.
 
 
 Adheres to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA-2010) which prohibits discriminatory actions toward children and/or adult with disabilities. In particular, children with disabilities are enrolled in the classroom as mandated by Federal Law.
 
 
 Travels for agency business using reliable transportation
 
 
 Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.
 
 
 Works evenings and weekends as required.
 
 
 Performs other duties as assigned.
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
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 High School diploma or GED.
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 Twelve (12) units in Child Development (CD)/Early Childhood Education (ECE) (core courses as identified in the CD Permit Matrix) required.
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 California Associate&rsquo;s Teacher Permit required within 90 days of employment.
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 Must maintain continuous enrollment in college until completion of Associate&rsquo;s Degree in CD/ECE or related field with a minimum of thirty (30) CD/ECE units required within two (2) years of employment.
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 Twelve (12) months&rsquo; work experience with pre-school age children preferred.
 
 
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 Other Qualifications
 
 
 
 Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
 
 
 Maintain a valid California driver&rsquo;s license, reliable transportation, adequate auto insurance as required by State law, and insurability by agency carrier for those driving agency vehicles. Proof of insurance will be required.
 
 
 Obtain a valid AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Certification within the first three (3) days of employment.
 
 
 Pass and maintain annual Basic Pest Management in a Child Care Settings Training/Quiz as required by the California Healthy Schools Act (HSA) within 60 days after employment.
 
 
 Physical examination, TB screening clearance and signed federal criminal record declaration are required within 7 days after employment.
 
 
 Pass required reference checks and fingerprint clearance under Title 22 regulations: Department of Justice/FBI, Criminal Record Statement Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) and background investigation as needed prior to employment
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 Immunized against influenza (flu), pertussis (whooping cough) and measles. The influenza vaccination must be obtained annually during flu season, August 1 through December 1. A person is exempt from the immunization requirements for the following circumstances:
 
 
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 The person submits a written statement from a licensed physician declaring that because of the person&rsquo;s physical condition or medical circumstances, the immunization is not safe.
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 The person submits a written statement from a licensed physician providing that the person has evidence of current immunity to pertussis (whooping cough) and/or measles.
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 The person submits in writing declaration that he or she has declined the influenza (flu) vaccination. This exemption only applies to the influenza (flu) vaccine.
 
 
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 Bilingual in English and Spanish or other secondary language may be required based on the needs of the clients and the program.
 
 
 Former Head Start 0 to 5 parents preferred.
 
 
 
 PHYSICAL DEMANDS
 
 
 
 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
 
 
 
 WORK ENVIRONMENT
 
 
 
 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
 
 Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.
 
 
 REV. 03/05/2025
 
 
 
 This could be a 10, 10.5, 11 or 12 month position.
 
 
 
 Depending on the center, work schedule may vary.
 
 
 Start 7:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
 
 
 End 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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Teacher Assistant I (Fresno County)

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Teacher Assistant I (Fresno County)