Job Title: Bobcat Citizen Program Assistant
Location: Benson Primary School
Reports To: Benson Primary School Principal & Bobcat Citizen Program Lead
Work Hours: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm, Monday - Friday (Note: This position does not follow instructional days on the BUSD school calendar. The Bobcat Citizen Program runs year around, including some holidays and during Fall, Spring and Summer Breaks.)

Terms and Benefits: 12 month position, 8 hours/day; medical, dental, vision, life benefits; 403(b); accrued sick and vacation days; paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day; preschool/child care discounts; mandatory participation in Arizona State Retirement System.

Summary: Assists in the operation of the childcare program in conformance with institutional regulations and state day care licensing provisions. Plans, facilitates and provides quality care in an environment that allows children to develop to their potential with engaging activities designed to promote social, physical and intellectual growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clearly and effectively articulates the philosophies and goals of the childcare program.
• Plans and implements activities, lesson plans and enrichment that are in accordance with applicable learning standards.
• Participates in the children’s activities by interacting, observing, extending language experiences, modeling desired behavior and facilitating life skills and conflict resolution as using only positive guidance techniques.
• Establishes, maintains and promotes a classroom atmosphere which ensures the emotional and physical safety and well-being of students and emphasizes mutual respect, self-worth, self-discipline, cooperation, consideration and responsibility.
• Assesses student needs and develops, implements and evaluates daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials.
• Plans, organizes and displays classroom materials, space and time appropriate to curricular activities.
• Supervises children, maintains ratios and keeps a daily attendance roster, including children going to and from the program.
• Reviews monthly sign-in sheets daily for parent’s signatures and correct times.
• Provides a clean and organized environment where children are safe, nurtured and valued.
• Arranges the environment so that it is intentional, engaging and developmentally appropriate.
• Follows rules, regulations and policies of the following regulatory agencies: Arizona Department of Child Care Licensing, Department of Economic Security, Quality First Criteria, National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Benson School District Governing Board Policies and Procedures.
• Builds relationships by communicating positively and effectively with parents on a daily basis.
• Effectively work with a diverse population, including those with various individual needs.

Qualifications:

• At least 21 years of age and documentation of (1) of the following:
  • 12 months experience, high school diploma or GED AND (3) credit hours in early childhood OR at least (30) training hour in early childhood, child development or closely related field.
  • 12 months experience, high school diploma or GED AND NAC/CDA/CCP/CC OR at least (6) credit hours in early childhood, child development or closely related field.
  • 6 months experience, high school diploma or GED AND an associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development or closely related field.
  • 3 months experience, high school diploma or GED AND a bachelor degree from as accredited college or university in early childhood, child development or closely related field.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABILITIES Ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in working with computers and other types of technology.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to listen and obtain clarification. Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to speak effectively to students, parents, employees, and members of the community. Ability to write activity/lesson plans, routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with students who have special needs.

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS Ability to manage difficult or emotional student or customer situations. Responds promptly to customer needs, solicits feedback to improve service. Responds to requests for service and assistance. Meets commitments.

ETHICS, JUDGEMENT, PROFESSIONALISM Treats others with respect and dignity. Upholds organizational mission, vision, and values. Demonstrates willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process. Makes timely decisions. Approaches others in a respectful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Clearances:

• Criminal Background Clearance
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card