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Be familiar with and implement Creative Curriculum when planning and setting up classroom environment. Perform screenings and assessments using Teaching Strategies GOLD on all children on the required timeline. Interact with families on a daily basis. Solicit volunteers for participation in the program. Conduct home visits for the families in the classroom. Track individual child goals and develop individualized lesson plans and activities to support child development.\nMAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nParticipate in grantee and delegate component pre-service training\nImplement Creative Curricula in the classroom; develop comprehensive weekly Lesson Plans\nPerform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Performance Standards and the component plans; and thorough knowledge and application of Developmentally Appropriate Practices\nSupervise classroom staff, including Assistant Teachers and volunteers\nGuide and facilitate activities of the children, including; daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom\nLead other staff and classroom groups to maintain the smooth functioning of the classroom, which at times may require changes to meet the needs of the children\nMaintain a comprehensive and ongoing portfolio assessment for each child using Teaching Strategies GOLD, including weekly observations in each area, examples of the child’s work, and a developmental assessment, completed as per HOC procedure\nUse home visits and parent conferences to discuss the child’s individual development and progress, assist the parents in developing observational skills and solicit parent observations\nEat with and assist children in development of social and self-help skills, and sound nutritional practices\nMaintain an orderly, engaging and positive learning environment\nMeet bi-weekly with Education Manager to exchange information pertinent to the identification and services of children with disabilities\nMeet with the mental health department monthly to discuss mental health needs of children\nGuide children’s acquisition of social skills\nAttend staff training and meetings, and Policy Council and parent meetings as requested\nWorks with Teachers, Teacher Assistant and volunteers to use and develop their skills and abilities in planning and carrying out classroom activities\nMaintain a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials and supplies are properly maintained and stored\nUse the playground as an extension of the classroom; assures that the playground is safe\nSupervise completion of the daily health and environment checklist\nAssist in implementing children’s I.E.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well understood\nAssist in recruiting and orienting volunteers, providing them with guidance as needed\nComplete and submit required forms and records in a timely and accurate fashion, e.g. lesson plans, time sheets, meal reports etc.\nOversight:\nReview teachers’ lesson plans, schedules, room arrangements and portfolio assessments to assure their accordance with HOC requirements\nDeliver pre-service and monthly in-service training sessions to teaching staff\nProvide a minimum of two child development workshops to parents\nIdentify and prioritize materials and equipment needed in classrooms and playgrounds, and coordinate with director in making purchases\nLead responsibility for implementing Family Literacy Program\nLead responsibility for parent involvement in education services as per HS requirements\nCoordinate the transition of children to Kindergarten, and/or child care programs\nComplete and work with Management to attain goals outlined in Professional Development Plan\nAssure that files are complete, accurate and confidentially maintained\nOTHER DUTIES\nBecause of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.\nPREFERENCE\nIndian Preference Policy applies to this and all positions with the Nooksack Indian Tribe\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\n\nThe following qualifications are required for the incumbent to have, in order to be considered for the position.\nREQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION:\nHigh School Diploma/GED\nMinimum experience in a preschool classroom-based setting; 1 year\nAssociate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education (required)\nBachelor’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university (preferred.)\nREQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT\nMust pass alcohol/drug test at time of hire and throughout employment\nThis position requires regular contact with or control over Indian Children and is therefore subject to an extensive Criminal Background Check at time of hire and periodically thereafter\nMust obtain TB Test, Immunizations current (Hepatitis B series, Covid-19, MMR, Tetanus, etc.)\nMust pass an initial health examination and pass a re-examination every two years\nREQUIRED LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS\nMust have and maintain throughout employment a valid Washington State Driver’s License and meet the insurability requirements of the Tribe. (Must Provide Driving Abstract at time of hire.)\nInfant, Child & Adult First Aid & CPR Certified (First available training)\nFood Handler’s Permit (First available training)\nBloodborne Pathogens Training (First available training)\nChild abuse & Neglect Mandated Reporter Training (First available training)\nMust complete fire extinguisher training annually\nPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (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)\nThe standard work week is 8:30am-5:00pm Monday through Friday (occasionally may to work evenings)\nBe able to stand, walk, sit, twist, bend/stoop, squat/kneel, crawl, move quickly and reach on a daily basis.\nBe able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision with or without corrective lenses, as well as peripheral vision and depth perception\nWilling and able to interact with children at their level (i.e. sitting on the floor)\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods and frequently required to talk and listen\nSitting on floor or in small chairs while working with children\nManual dexterity to operate a keyboard, calculator and telephone system\nAbility to lift up to 40+ pounds without assistance occasionally\nBusy classroom setting, daily work outside on playground\nRead, write, speak and understand English\nAbility to listen, understands clients, has the ability to translate rules, regulations and policies to clients so they understand the issues/problems\nOperate in mentally and physically stressful situations with composure\nMay have to walk/drive between office locations under a variety of conditions\nMust be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip from assigned work areas\nDESIRED SKILLS/KNKOWLEDGE/ABILITIES POSITION\n\nThe following qualifications are preferred/helpful for the incumbent who has these skills/knowledge or abilities for the position:\nAbility to work in a Native American Community\nAbility to maintain health and safety standards\nMust adhere to the Confidentiality Policy and statement must be signed\nI have read and understand the position requirements as stated above. I further understand that occasionally I may be instructed to perform duties that are not listed above but are relative to my position.\nThe Tribe hopes that the employment relationship will be long and productive, however the Tribe is an employer at-will, therefore, you may terminate the employment relationship at any time and likewise the Tribe may terminate the employment relationship at any time. 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