Aroostook County Action Program (ACAP)
Location
Calais, Maine
The Ed Tech III assists the Teacher in planning and implementing programs to meet children's needs and facilitates parent engagement. They also oversee classroom staff and volunteers in the absence of the teacher.
Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience working with children in a childcare setting and an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood or a related field. Certification as Ed Tech III and First Aid/CPR certification are also required.
Ed Tech III works cooperatively with Teacher in planning, preparing and implementing all classroom activities and field trips. Facilitates parent engagement through conferences, home visits, and attendance at parent meetings, and encourages classroom volunteer participation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists Teacher in planning and implementing program to meet children’s physical, social, emotional and educational needs in order to achieve child outcomes; Works with Teacher to use outcome reports and IEP’s in classroom planning. Observes children and documents observations. Prepares and supervises meals and snacks as required by program and/or staffing. Shares in maintenance of center, equipment (inside and outside) and supplies. Per licensing requirements, serves as bus monitor as necessary. Completes programmatic and Agency reports as required. Assists Teacher with home visits, onsite visits and parent conferences; works with Teacher and parents to develop individual plans for children based on screenings and observations. Oversees classroom staff and volunteers in the absence of the teacher. NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs additional duties as assigned.
Experience and Skill Requirements: The following experience and skill requirements are considered essential: Experience: 1-2 years of experience working with children in a child care setting required Classroom in Early Childhood Education Planning for individual needs Skills: Excellent listening skills Use Microsoft Office applications and other computer software as applicable to the position Communicate with and relate to young children Work with a diverse population
The following education and knowledge requirements are considered essential: Associate's Degree in Early Childhood, or in a related field with at least 36 credits in ECE; Bachelor’s degree preferred Ed Tech III certification BHP may be required Head Start Performance Standards Child Care License regulations First Aid and CPR certification
Work is performed in a child-based classroom. The noise level is moderate. Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions. There may be occasional exposure to blood borne pathogens and other bodily fluids.
Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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