Amber Martin

Provides an inviting learning environment following the Creative Curriculum, Foundations, Guide to the Early Years and other state and local curriculum documents.

Develops and implements daily lesson plans reflecting the needs of individual students and curriculum goals.

Assesses student progress by recording daily anecdotal records and by determining expected growth as stated in the curriculum goals.

Provides appropriate materials and experiences which address the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual needs of each student.

Enriches the educational program by participating in local field trips and encouraging classroom visits from various school and community persons.

Previews and selects appropriate instructional supplies.

Provides a child-centered environment which has attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of students' work.

Plans and coordinates the work of the teacher assistant, parents, and classroom volunteers in daily activities and/or special events.

Develops activities which promote strong home/school relations.

Communicates regularly with parents through individual parent conferences, home visits, journals, phone calls, etc.

Works closely with other community agencies (DSS, mental health, court system, churches, Smart Start) to provide extra help for students.

Assists with screening process of students for possible Pre-K participation/enrollment.

Participates in professional development opportunities dealing with curriculum and current early childhood issues.

Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.

Responsible for other duties as assigned

Performs any combination of classroom duties to assist teaching staff. The employee must have the ability to execute details of the work according to general, broad based instructions, and be able to adapt to frequent and varying changes in work. The employee provides guidance and coaching to students, and requires the operation of various media and technology equipment such as computer, television, VCR, cassette player, overhead projector, laminator, copy machine and various other office equipment. Because of the nature of the work, the employee may be exposed to human blood and body fluids, and is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens. The employee is subject to work both inside and outside, and varied work environments. This category of teacher assistant will be required to obtain a CDL license to drive a school bus. Assignment to this duty will be dependent upon the principal of the school and the need for drivers. Work is performed under the supervision of the classroom teacher and is evaluated through conferences and observation, and through the quality and quantity of the work performed.

• Provide behavior support to students eligible for PRC-29 services.
• Assist students who may exhibit behaviors such as kicking, hitting, biting, spitting, noncompliance, cursing, and verbal aggression.
• Respond professionally to these behaviors, ensuring student and staff safety.
• Use evidence-based interventions to help students remain in school or stabilize their behavior.

• Develop and implement a high-quality educational program that meets the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of each child
• Manage and lead staff, providing clear direction and fostering a positive work environment
• Recruit, hire, train and supervise childcare staff
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, maintaining documentation for licensing and accreditation
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child’s progress and behavior
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards to ensure a clean and safe environment for children
• Manage the budget, including tracking expenses and planning for future needs
• Organize parent-teacher conferences, meetings, and community events
• Maintain updated records of children’s progress, routines, and interest

• Develops and implements daily lesson plans and daily classroom routines in accordance with the center’s curriculum and programming that stimulates all domains of each child's development in their care. Responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children, creating a warm, loving and nurturing environment encouraging them to learn, develop and advance. Ensures constant focus on the well-being, health and safety of children. Carries out activities on a daily basis and evaluates the effectiveness of child development activities. Cleans and sanitizes equipment and toys on a daily basis in accordance with hygiene procedures and participates in the maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, playgrounds and common use areas. Maintains an attractive, fun, clean, interactive, and orderly classroom that encourages children to create, play, learn and explore. Plans weekly activities that promote a healthy lifestyle. Conducts daily health checks on each child, performs ongoing developmental evaluations of children, develops action plans and documents as required. Follows policies and procedures regarding medical and dental emergencies, short-term exclusion of children, and the administration, handling and storing of medication. Maintains ongoing, open communication with parents formally and informally regarding their child’s developmental progress, needs and interests. Cultivates positive relationships with children, families, parents, staff, state licensing authorities, volunteers and other stakeholders.

Assist the lead teacher in all daily operations and overseeing of the safety, development, and well-being of all children while in the care of the facility.