Louisiana certification as set forth in Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel (Bulletin 746) in Early Childhood

DESIGN AND EVALUATION – Assumes responsibility for instruction of identified 3-5 year olds.

• Transition liaison between Early Steps and the Local Education Agency. Attend transition IFSP meetings for infant/toddlers who will be turning 3. Discuss with their parents the next step in the process for their child to continue to receive services.
• Write effective IEPs and plan effectively for instruction to implement the IEP.
• Work with Preschool teachers to improve instruction to implement IEPs.
• Coordinate efforts with the Child Search Coordinator.
• Collaborate with Head Start personnel to improve services for 3-5 students with disabilities.
• Attend preschool meetings with state department personnel and bring information back to the parish.

• Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the school’s mission.
• Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
• Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
• Complete work efficiently and accurately (with few/no errors) within deadlines without supervision.
• Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
• Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
• Keep direct supervisor informed of the progress being made in the area(s) of responsibility.
• Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by supervisor.
• Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and training by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
• Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
• Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
• Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
• Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.