Before and Aftercare Assistant Teacher

About the role

The Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC) is dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting self-sufficiency for individuals, families, and children in need within Howard County. CAC achieves its mission by offering five key services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. By providing these services, CAC aims to improve the lives of those in need and offer support during challenging times.

Responsibilities

• Implement a Daily Program: Provide quality teacher and child-initiated activities in both large and small groups, indoor and outdoor play, and ensure timely and predictable transitions. Physical activity, including sitting, standing, kneeling, and bending, will be required.
• Supplies Management: Make timely requisitions for health, safety, and classroom supplies and maintain clean play areas. Set up and take down equipment as needed.
• Documentation and Attendance: Document attendance and adhere to the ECE student attendance policy.
• Professional Conduct: Represent a positive role model by maintaining the highest level of professional and ethical behavior in interactions with internal and external customers.
• Collaboration: Work cooperatively with all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, community professionals, clients, and the public.
• Parental Involvement: Invite parents to become an integral part of the program, providing opportunities for their participation in classroom and agency activities.
• Training and Development: Attend and participate in in-service training, staff meetings, and other activities for professional development, meeting Maryland Office of Child Care requirements for the Maryland Child Care Credential of Level 3 or higher.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

• Valid high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Minimum 19 years old.
• 45 hours - Child Growth & Development, 45 hours - Preschool Curriculum & Activities, 9 hours - Communication Skills (including all Children and the ADA), Basic Health and Safety Training
• 1 or more years of experience with children aged three to five.
• Proficient in reading, writing, comprehending, and speaking English.
• Proficient in Office Suite programs and able to use academic platforms as needed.
• Able to work a split shift schedule, including both morning and afternoon hours.
• Able to maintain a safe environment for up to 22 people, including the physical ability to evacuate students and clients during disaster drills and emergency situations.
• Able to respond quickly to active children, ensuring their safety and the safety of others in the environment.
• Early Childhood Education experience (preferred).
• Data management experience (preferred).
• College courses in Early Childhood Education (preferred).