| Alum Success |
Exposure to different experiences at Lake Superior State University helped me to learn and decide what I wanted to do with my life. There were many opportunities to help my learning experience, including day and weekend trips to various geological sites. It wasn’t all travel though; there was lots of hands-on experience that helped demonstrate what we learned in lectures.
Nicole Anderson
Geologist
NAEVA Geophysics, Inc.
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FLSA Designation
EXEMPT |
| Date Issued: |
2004-08-14 |
Department: |
Child Development Center |
| Title: Assistant Supervisor |
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| Function and Responsibility |
The Assistant Supervisor is directly responsible to the Child Development Center Supervisor for assisting in the daily operation of the Center and working together as a team. The Center Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor will maintain communication regarding the Center including concerns of parents, children, staff, and students as well as Sault Area Skill Center students. The position is under the direct supervision and evaluation of the Child Development Center Supervisor. The Assistant Supervisor will share most of the duties necessary to successfully operate the Center on a daily basis. The primary duties of the Assistant Supervisor position are to supervise, guide and evaluate the practicum students and Teacher Education Interns during their assigned shifts. The Assistant Supervisor is to role-model appropriate professional and teaching behaviors for students encouraging team effort.
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| Duties and Responsibilities |
Administration and Fiscal Management
▫Assist in the administration of the program in accordance with the State of Michigan Licensing Regulations for Child Development Center. Meet and exceed the licensing regulations in all aspects.
▫Record tuition receipts if assigned by Supervisor.
▫Complete reimbursement billings for any agencies if assigned by Supervisor.
▫Assist Supervisor in the updating of the Parent Handbook of the Center Policies and Procedures.
▫Take inventory and report to supervisor of the need for supplies.
▫Maintain the Center and its equipment to provide for the health and safety of children, students and staff.
▫Assist Supervisor in the planning and implementation of outside laboratory functions such as the Halloween Dinner, Christmas Party, Graduation/End of the Year Ceremony, and various on-campus field trips. Attendance is required at events.
▫Work with Parent-Advisory Committee and Center Supervisor to plan fund-raisers and events.
▫Report any suspected child abuse to the Center Supervisor immediately.
▫Assist the Supervisor in maintaining daily attendance records of children, students, and staff.
▫Record any significant incidents regarding children and students in the Daily Journal.
▫Assist Supervisor in the enrollment process.
▫Assist the Supervisor in the preparation of the Center for Fall, Spring, and Summer openings and closings.
▫Assist Supervisor in the collection of immunization and other records mandated by the health department, licensing regulations, and other regulatory agencies.
▫Keep a daily record of the children’s health as reported by parents for the weekly Health Department Report regarding contagious diseases. Complete and mail to the Health Department every Friday.
▫Implement a monthly fire drill for both the a.m. and p.m. shifts and log them as required by licensing regulations.
▫Assist the Center Supervisor in the preparation of the yearly visitation by the Licensing Consultant and for the license renewal every two years.
▫Attend staff meetings as requested by the Center Supervisor.
Center Food Operation
▫Plan the menu for breakfast and snacks using the rotating menus.
▫Keep accurate daily meal counts and supervise meal preparation on a daily basis.
▫Order food on a weekly basis from food service vendor and post menus in Center. Check food deliveries for accuracy in items received.
▫Maintain contact with food service vendor on regular basis to insure timely delivery of food in appropriate amounts, freshness and temperature.
Practicum Students and Teacher Education Interns
▫Model appropriate moral and ethical standards as stated by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
▫Supervise students in assigned areas.
▫Assist students with daily lesson plans by developing and securing curriculum materials appropriate for the developmental ages of the children.
▫Assist students in assessing the status and progress of the children and interpreting this information to parents.
▫Observe and evaluate students’ progress, reporting any problems immediately to the Center Supervisor.
▫Check student lesson plans to see that they are developmentally appropriate. This is done on a weekly basis.
▫Prepare evaluations for the students on a timely basis.
Children’s Program
▫Maintain a healthy, safe, and child-centered environment.
▫Prepare and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans as needed.
▫Using above plans, teach children in an assigned rotating area as needed each semester when practicum students and substitute teachers are not available.
▫Assure the safety and physical and emotional well-being of children based on individual needs.
▫Assure the adherence of a developmentally-appropriate curriculum and an environment based on the philosophy of the Child Development Center and adherence to the curriculum theories as taught in early childhood classes.
▫Follow the Center Discipline Policy which is in accordance with licensing regulations, and follow the discipline and guidance techniques as taught in early childhood classes.
▫Assist the Center Supervisor in the maintenance of appropriate child and family records.
▫Incorporate principles of child development and current, developmentally appropriate, practices into a program to meet the physical, cognitive, creative, social and emotional needs of all the children.
Staff Supervision
▫Assist the Center Supervisor in the supervision of substitute teachers, work-study students, high school students, and LSSU practicum students and Teacher Education interns.
▫Assist Supervisor with the orientation of new staff members and students.
Parents and Campus Community
▫Maintain good relationships with parents and keep lines of communication open at all times.
▫Develop with the Center Supervisor the programs that are responsive to parental needs and interests.
▫Meet with the Parent Advisory Committee at least once a year and assist the committee with any fund-raisers.
▫Under the direction of Center Supervisor, network with educational, health and social service agencies to locate appropriate referral services to assist parents.
▫Develop a good working relationship with faculty, staff, and administration at Lake Superior State University.
Professional Development
▫Participate in professional organizations such as the National Association for the Education of Young Children or Community Coordinated Child Care, (4-C’s)
▫If requested, assist the Faculty Advisor (ECE Program Coordinator) in advising the Early Childhood Education Club which is part of the ECE Program. The title of Co-Advisor will be designated and will serve in this capacity in the club under the direction of the Faculty Advisor and following the club’s original intent.
▫Be aware of new developments in the Early Childhood profession through readings, professional journals, or attending workshops or conferences.
▫Model ethical behavior as an early childhood professional as outlined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. (NAEYC)
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| Qualifications |
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood preferred or related field, such as Education or Child Development, or Psychology (Near completion of bachelor’s degree accepted.) Minimum of two years experience as a Lead Teacher in a child care center with supervisory experience required, preferably in a campus child care setting.
A physical exam, a TB test, a criminal history screening and Infant/Child First Aid and CPR training are required by licensing regulations.
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| Physical and Mental Demands |
| Must be able to lift 40 lbs |
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