29008 Early/Head Start Corona Center Based - Floater

Summary  The Floater is responsible for helping in the classrooms and assisting the family worker. This will include a variety of tasks including classroom supports and family worker supports as needed.  In the classroom the floater is responsible for the creation of a responsive, age-appropriate experience that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children.  In the office the floater is responsible for assisting the family worker with implementing and participating in a coordinated approach to ERSEA (Eligibility, Recruitment,   Selection, Enrollment, Attendance), Health Services, Family and Community Engagement, and Mental Health services for the promotion of overall family wellness.   Essential Functions:  Classroom Teacher Aide Role  Perform 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  Assist in facilitating activities of the children, including: daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom  Collaborate with other staff and classroom team members to maintain the function of classroom, focused on meeting the needs of children both collect and individual   Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored;  Assist in conducting daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist  Assist in assuring that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially is maintained  Perform other duties, as may be required    Family Worker Role  Perform the functions of this position with a strong understanding of the Head Start Program Performance Standards in addition to local, state and other federal guidelines   Assure program is in compliance with the ERSEA Protocol    Monitor compliance using electronic data management systems  Participate and coordinate the development and progress of family engagement activities including Family Engagement Goal Setting   Assist, clarify, and communicate disability services, standards, and regulations to parent when required and/or requested    Establish and maintain communication with parents to ensure opportunities for active program involvement and intervention services      Maintain family service files to assure files are complete, accurate and confidentiality is maintained in accordance with agency specific requirements, local, state and federal requirements  Monitor and collect data for funding streams, monthly reports and annual program information report (PIR)    Perform other duties, as may be required       Supervisory Responsibilities:  Classroom  Assist in the management of the overall direction, and evaluation of the classroom in accordance with the federal, state, locals’ requirements as well as agency policies and applicable laws  Minimum Qualifications:   A High School Diploma or GED  Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification in social work, human services, family services, counseling or a related field.    Within 18 months of hire, at a minimum, a credential or certification early childhood education or related field.    Experience working with children  Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish or Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs   Proficiency in Microsoft Office products   Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently  Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task  Qualifications Preferred:  Age-appropriate Child Development Associates (CDA) Credential   Family Development Credential (FDC)  Human Services degree or related field   Early Childhood degree or related field