Paraeducator - CDAT Head Start

Polkschoolsfl; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package: medical, dental

No-cost employee health clinics

Paid holidays and leave time

Flexible work options for some roles

Professional growth and development

Mentoring and support networks

Job summary

Polk County Schools seeks a Paraeducator - CDAT Head Start to support classroom activities, assessment, and family engagement in Fort Meade, FL. The role involves planning, teaching, and coordinating with certified teachers to meet Head Start standards and developmentally appropriate practices.

Applicants should have a CDA credential (or AA/AS in Early Childhood) and VPK credentialing; bilingual abilities are preferred. Some duties include home visits and school-family liaison work.

Qualifications

• Requires CDA credential or AA/AS in Early Childhood.
• Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) credential by Florida DCF is required to instruct.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, teaching, and organizing classroom activities.
• Co-responsible for total classroom operation and curriculum implementation.
• Assess children's educational, social, and emotional needs; participate in staff development.
• Engage families through home visits and family contacts; support parent involvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Bilingual preferred

Education

CDA credential

AA/AS in Early Childhood

VPK credential (DCF)

Job description

Job Title: Paraeducator - CDAT Head Start

Job Location: Lewis Anna Woodbury

Job Location (Short): Fort Meade, FL, USA, 33841

Status: Open

Posting End Date:

Salary Grade: Paraeducator PA07

Position Title

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to plan, implement and assess student growth and compliance with the Head Start performance standards, state standards and developmentally appropriate classroom activities. The Child Development Associate Teacher will implement services to support the Head Start child and his/her family. Complies with federal Head Start performance standards.

Essential Functions of this Job

Plays a lead role in planning, teaching, and organizing classroom activities. Functions as team when partnered with another CDAT or certified teacher. Is co-responsible for the total classroom operation. Is co-responsible for the preparation and implementation of all curriculum activities. Assists in the assessment of children's educational, social, and emotional needs. Takes part in staff development activities. Complies with Head Start program rules including home visits and family contacts. Supports monthly parent involvement opportunities to encourage nurturing skills and establish rapport between school and family. Serves as a liaison between school based personnel and preschool parents during the transition to kindergarten.

Essential Functions of this Job (cont.)

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The minimum qualification is a combination of education and experience, with a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, an AA or AS degree in Early Childhood, or a CDA equivalency (FCCPC), Must be Voluntary Prekindergarten credentialed by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) certified to instruct. Actual work experience should be in nursery school teaching, childcare, Head Start, or other preschool program, kindergarten, or other relevant experience, preferably with preschool economically disadvantaged children and their families.Â

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Head Start Administration purpose and procedures. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education. Knowledge of appropriate strategies for observation and assessment of young children. Demonstrate ability to relate well with people of varied socioeconomic and educational backgrounds. Excellent communications skills. Well organized. Ability to model appropriate behaviors within a variety of settings. Able to provide own transportation with reimbursement according to School Board policies. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones, and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with students, individuals, and/or teams. Requires work with students, internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting, standing, walking, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 50 pounds and/or 20 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects. Requires travel to schools and worksites within the district.

No matter your role, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to student success and employee well-being.

Looking for perks? We've got you covered.

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• No-cost employee health clinics
• Paid holidays and leave time
• Flexible work options for some roles
• Professional growth and development
• Access to mentoring and support networks

Why work with Polk County Schools?

From IT to operations, everyone plays a role in student success.

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