Job Purpose Summary
The Caregiver Pre-Kindergarten Fueling Brains Academy will assist students and the classroom teacher by performing related tasks and support classroom instruction under the direct supervision of the teacher, building administrator, or appropriate supervisor. The incumbent will support the classroom teacher in the implementation of the MCISD curriculum with the Fueling Brains approach.
Key Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for the classroom teacher
• Work with individual students and/or small groups to reinforce executive function skills introduced by the teacher
• Assist with record keeping, preparation and development of instructional materials and other classroom tasks
• Provide coverage for the classroom teacher when necessary or as scheduled
• Operate a variety of classroom instructional equipment, including but not limited to computers, audio/visual and video equipment
• Work cooperatively with substitute teachers and Fueling Brains staff in providing instruction and assistance to students
• Participate in various committees and attend required campus and/or district meetings
• Assist with supervision of students before, during, and after school on the playground, lunchroom, teachers' planning time, and during any school-sponsored activity occurring during the school day
• Attend required continuing professional education courses, implement strategies, child-care accreditation requirements, and receive in-class coaching with a master teacher (30-hour minimum of professional development)
• Perform housekeeping chores such as, sanitizing student work areas and instructional materials
• Provide for basic needs of students who are not able to care for themselves including but not limited to toileting and feeding
• Perform clerical tasks such as typing correspondence, copying materials, etc.
• Assist in the safe and orderly movement of all students to and from the classroom
• Facilitate and support the implementation of the daily schedule with MCISD curriculum components and the Fueling Brains approach

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

Education:

• Minimum of 48 college hours (or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge)
• License / Certifications:
• Texas Educational Aide Certification Preferred
• Texas Food Handler's Certificate (obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Child Development Associate (credential preferred)

Work Experience: Experience working with elementary age children and knowledge of the learning process preferred

Other Skills and Abilities Required:
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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