NAGC Position Statements & White Papers
Position Statements and White Papers help clarify issues in gifted and talented education and set NAGC's position on these issues.
Chicago, Illinois
Los Altos Hills, California
Worcester, Massachusetts
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Keene, New Hampshire
Berkeley, California
Los Altos Hills, California
Berkeley, California
Boone, North Carolina
Greensboro, North Carolina
Function | Percent | Description |
01 | 20% | Prepare breakfast, lunch, snack, and beverages, and any required recipes by following proper and safe food preparation methods. |
02 | 10% | Participate in snack and mealtime activities by assisting staff with serving food, eating with the children, and cleaning up after meals following CACFP guidelines. |
03 | 5% | Encourage the children to develop a positive self concept through supportive and cheerful interaction. |
04 | 5% | Ensure that all health and safety procedures are followed in all classroom and outdoor activities. |
05 | 5% | Assist with instruction by following lesson plans while adapting plan to meet individual learning styles. Promote successful classroom performance for each student. |
06 | 5% | Pick up and review orders of all shopping lists provided. May order food and related items. Prepare and maintain all necessary paperwork and records according to CACFP guidelines. Record all necessary data into the program data base. Drive for business purposes to make necessary purchases and pick ups. |
07 | 5% | Maintain an organized and clean classroom. |
08 | 5% | Work with teacher to develop activities for children based on their interests and individual needs. |
09 | 5% | Develop and maintain good communication while respecting confidentiality. Establish rapport and trust with parents, staff, volunteers, and visitors in order to respond to children's environmental needs. |
10 | 5% | Assist in creating and maintaining accurate confidential records within applicable regulations and performance standards. |
11 | 5% | Continue professional growth by attending classes and workshops, reading new materials, and contributing resource ideas to the program. |
12 | 5% | Ensure clean up after each activity and assist the teacher with the special needs of the entire center. |
13 | 5% | With training and assistance of the Head Start nurse, follow written health/emergency care plans and give medication as directed. Give basic first aid to any child or staff in need. |
14 | 5% | Assist teacher with documentation and observation of children. |
15 | 5% | Provide assistance to the children during their daily bathroom routine by offering direction and support when needed, including the changing of diapers and pull-ups. |
16 | 0% | Other duties as assigned. Ensure compliance with Federal Head Start Program Performance Standards, state and local regulations and rules. Ensure confidentiality of all documents maintained in this department. Promote Head Start philosophy and initiatives. Prompt and regular attendance. |