Job Description
Summary Seeking a fulltime motivated and caring paraprofessional to work in a preschool classroom to support one to two identified children ranging between the hours of 7:30am and 4pm. S/he must have a love for working with young children, good communication skills, and the ability to work well with others in a team environment. This candidate will work closely with the teacher, special education teacher, occupational therapist and speech pathologist to create a safe and inviting environment that meets the needs of student and supports their continued development.
Duties - Provide support during or after a teacher?s lesson, project, circle time activity or free play to the identified preschooler.
- Provide language support through the use of visuals and or AAC devices for the identified preschooler to support their communication development with their peers and teachers.
- Provide behavioral support to the identified preschooler through specific praise for appropriate behaviors and respond to challenging behaviors appropriately.
- Provide physical and medical support as needed to the identified preschooler during transitions which may include getting ready to go outside, bathroom support, and mealtime support.
- Maintain a cooperative and respectful working relationship with the special education team, teachers, and families.
- Follow all center policies and NH Childcare Licensing regulations.
Requirements - Experience and passion working with young children with behavior challenges.
- Experience with data collection, implementing IEP's and behavior plans.
- Ability to work positively in a team environment.
- Candidate should have an understanding of child development.
- Must clear full background check and health screening.
- Strong commitment to maintain confidentiality.
Nice To Haves - Experience working with a child on the Autism Spectrum.
- NH Paraeducator I or II license.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Courses in Early Childhood Education specifically focusing on child growth and development.
Benefits Full health and dental coverage, paid sick time, vacation time and holidays, tuition assistance program, child care discount, voluntary retirement plan, free lunch
About Us The Children's Center provides comprehensive childcare services to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We have built an exceptional child care facility staffed by caring, highly-qualified, and accomplished individuals who put children first. We take great pride in the extensive care, support, and enrichment activities that we are able to offer children including those with special needs. With 40+ years in business, the Center is now proud to serve the children and grandchildren of some of our very first clients.
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Holiday work, Full time, Monday to Friday,