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EHS-HS Classroom Floater -Durant

Mississippi Action for Progress (MAP) - Headstart

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Compensation
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Location
Durant, MS
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDA Credential With Infant/Toddler And Preschool Endorsements Within 2 Years

Job overview

The EHS-HS Classroom Floater supports classrooms across centers as needed and serves as an acting teacher assistant when required. The role assists with daily activities, individualized learning, child supervision, classroom routines, and family and community coordination. A high school diploma or GED is required, and the employee must obtain a Child Development Associate credential with Infant/Toddler and Preschool endorsements within two years of hire.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Classroom Activity SupportChild ObservationChild SupervisionIndividualized Learning SupportPositive Behavior Guidance

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCDA Credential With Infant/Toddler and Preschool Endorsements Within 2 YearsHead Start Parent or Childcare Provider Experience

Full job description

Overview Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School/GED Travel Percentage None Category Education Description Be accessible to all centers as needed upon request by Center Director, Assistant Center Director, or other supervisory staff. Serve as acting teacher assistant in the absence of teacher assistance or when required or needed. Attend all required orientation, pre-service, in-service trainings, and staff meetings. Assist teaching staff in planning and implementing daily classroom activities and educational programs. Help each child develop a positive self-image, relationship, and trust. Participate in ongoing observation and assessment of children to support individualized learning plans to meet their needs. Support smooth classroom transitions (arrival, meals, rest time, and departure) to ensure consistency and structure for children. Active supervision of children at all times, ensuring safety protocols. Help to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios at all times. Provide individualized support to children during small group and one-on-one activities. Reinforce classroom rules, routines, and positive behavior expectations using appropriate guidance techniques. Learn and comply with the Head Start Performance Standards, Mississippi licensing requirements and the guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Learn and comply with State and Federal observation instruments (ITERS, ECERS). Work closely with agency's staff, parents, volunteers and community to foster coordinated and integrated program services. Monitor children's health and well-being, reporting any concerns or incidents to teaching staff or supervisors immediately. Maintain accurate children's records including attendance documentation. Participate in Parent Committee meetings and program activities. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required Must obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with Infant/Toddler and Preschool endorsements within two (2) years of hire Current or former Head Start parent or childcare provider who is familiar with Head Start preferred

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