Early Childhood Teacher Assistant *per diem

JOB SUMMARY

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the teacher in all aspects of the classroom, including but not limited to, assessment, planning, and the preparation and implementation of daily activities. In the event the teacher is not present, the teacher assistant is required to take the teacher’s role.

WORK SCHEDULE DEMANDS

Per-diem/on-call position
Evenings as needed
May be required to work at any CCAP location

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CDA or RI State Teacher Assistant Certificate, preferred.
• AA in Early Childhood, preferred.
• Early Childhood experience, preferred.
• Valid Driver's license and active vehicle insurance.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred.
• Must have physical exam upon hire and proof of required immunizations
• CPR/First Aid Certificate upon hire or within 90 days

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise a classroom of up to 20 preschool children or 8 infant and toddlers.
• Maintain strict health and safety protocols and policies.
• Be aware of and comply with HS performance, RIELDS, and RIDE standards.
• Aid the teacher in the Implementation of a research base curriculum with fidelity.
• Aid the teacher in individualizing for children using assessment data and IEP/IFSP.
• Utilize assessment tool through observation and documentation in collaboration with the teacher.
• Support effective social/emotional learning using Incredible Years and Conscious Discipline.
• Complete 2 home visits and 2 parent/teacher conferences per year.
• Attend all agency, full staff and education meetings.
• Attend in-service training and professional development opportunities to ensure completion of required hours.
• Maintain an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP).
• Participate in transition to kindergarten opportunities.
• Maintains good, positive, and effective working relationships with staff, families, and special educators.
• Responsible to report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect.
• Substitutes for the lead teacher as needed.
• Ensure the safety of all children in your care and actively supervise all children.
• Other duties as assigned.