Home Base Educator (Fresno County)

SUMMARY

Provides direct services to families enrolled in the Home Base Program per Head Start Program Performance Standards, philosophy and mission.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for carrying out day-to-day activities of the Home Base Program as outlined by Head Start.

Responsible for spending a minimum of 1 ½ hours per week / 36 weeks per year with each assigned individual family enrolled in the Home Base Program.

Works to maintain family and community engagement support for the Home Base Program.

Attends and participates in conferences, meetings and trainings, as required.

Makes family referrals to other agencies and facilitates the referral process.

Prepares required records accurately as deemed necessary for meeting program objectives, and submits them as required.

Must participate in monthly parent meetings and monthly socialization for families.

Facilitates each child’s growth in the areas of social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, as well as cultural awareness by assessing each of these areas. Using this knowledge, each Home Base Educator will be responsible for :

A. Facilitating, planning and providing bi-monthly socialization experiences for the Head Start Home Base families with school readiness in mind.

B. Modeling appropriate adult-child interaction at all times using developmental appropriate activities.

C. Implementing curriculum as outlines by Head Start Home Base Service Plan.

D. Completing assessments on an on-going basis.

E. Be knowledgeable in the Head Start Early Learning Outcome Framework : Ages Birth to Five.

F. Preparing individualized plans for each child based on assessments and observations.

G. Conducting conferences with each parent three times during the year to discuss his / her child’s growth and development.

H. Ensuring that the special needs of children with disabilities are being met appropriately. This includes active involvement in implementing goals outlined in the child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).

I. Using smart devices such as tablets to complete work.

J. Participating in Teaching Learning Collaboration (TLC) Groups.

Creates a development plan with each family, taking into consideration their individual needs.

Works toward engagement of parents in the total development of their children.

Provides materials for parent education pertaining to early childhood development, health, nutrition, etc. as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards.

Perform basic medical screenings, as trained.

Offers assistance to parents on nutritional needs and health education.

Provide assistance in scheduling medical and dental appointments and any follow-up or screenings.

Provides transportation (if necessary).

Assesses children using the Desired Results Developmental Profile (DRDP) model.

Models professionalism for staff, parents, children, clients, and community members. Promotes a collaborative environment within the service areas, program, and agency.

Adheres to the American With Disabilities Act (ADA-2010) which prohibits discriminatory actions toward children and / or adult with disabilities. In particular, children with disabilities are enrolled in the home base option as mandated by Federal Law.

Maintains strict compliance with universal precautions during home visits and socialization when administering first aid.

Maintains confidentiality of records and information on Head Start 0 to 5 staff, children and families.

Must use personal cell phone to communicate with supervisor.

Travels for agency business using reliable transportation.

Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.

Works evenings and weekends as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual 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.

EDUCATION :

• Associate’s Degree in Child Development (CD) / Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field with thirty (30) college units in CD / ECE required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in CD / ECE or a related field with thirty (30) college units in CD / ECE preferred.

EXPERIENCE :

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :

Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.

Bilingual in English / and Spanish or other secondary language may be required based on the needs of the clients and the program.

Maintain a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, adequate auto insurance as required by State law, and insurability by agency carrier for those driving agency vehicles. Proof of insurance will be required.

Must have personal cell phone for use in communicating with supervisor and families.

Infant / Child CPR / First Aid certification with at least 15 hours of training on preventive health practices required within 6 months of employment.

Physical examination, TB screening clearance and signed federal criminal record declaration are required within 7 days after employment.

Pass required reference checks and fingerprint clearance under Title 22 regulations : Department of Justice / FBI, Criminal Record Statement Child Abuse Central Index (CACI) and background investigation as needed prior to employment.

Obtain a valid AB 1207 Mandated Reporter Certification within the first three (3) days of employment.

Pass and maintain Basic Pest Management in a Child Care Settings annual certification as required by the California Healthy Schools Act (HSA).

Immunized against influenza (flu), pertussis (whooping cough) and measles. The influenza vaccination must be obtained annually during flu season, August 1st through December 1st. A person is exempt from the immunization requirements for the following circumstances :

1. The person submits a written statement from a licensed physical declaring that because of the person’s physical condition or medical circumstances, the immunization is not safe.

2. The person submits a written statement from a licensed physician providing that the person has evidence of current immunity to pertussis (whooping cough) and / or measles.

3. The person submits in writing declaration that he or she has declined the influenza (flu) vaccination. This exemption only apples to the influenza (flu) vaccine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note : The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Fresno EOC.

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