Rev 1i2004 A01 Pre-K Program Characteristics of Class Under supervision of a teacher/administrator, assists in the direct delivery of instruction in a classroom setting. The primary objective of such assistance is to affect learning for mastery by implementing both developmental and remedial methods in basic skill areas and content areas. The employee assists certificated staff by: implementing lesson plans (activities which include reviewing and connecting the work of pupils), participating in parent conferences, proctoring examinations, keeping relevant records, operating instructional equipment in appropriate instructional settings, as well as performing related duties as required. Some positions may require conversational and written skills in a specific language(s) other than English related to the needs of the assignment. An ability to translate and adapt materials to and from English into that language(s) may also be required. Some positions may require that the employee furnish a certificate of clearance from the Department of Motor Vehicles in order to meet District insurability. Distinguishing Characteristics Employees work in the Pre-Kindergarten program that provides services to children who are at least 3 years and 9 months of age. Under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher, employee performs duties, which include the implementation of curriculum designed for the Pie-Kindergarten-age population. Minimum Qualifications 1. One of the following: An Associate’s Degree or higher, 48 college units, Successful completion of CBEST and Six units of Early Childhood Education. OR 2. Continuous employment before 3/1/82 as an instructional] aide 3593, 3594 or 3593C with the SFUSD. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Utilizes knowledge appropriate to satisfy the Distinguishing Characteristics of the class listed above, examples of which may include familiarity with teaching methods, instructional media, test scoring, school organization, and school rules and regulations. Demonstrates competency in performing the following tasks: working with pupils, acting quickly and effectively in emergencies, working with and relating to all individuals within the culturally diverse environment of SFUSD, and developing and maintaining effective, courteous communications with pupils, staff and public. Rev 112004