Teacher Aide

About the role

The Teacher Aide works cooperatively with the Teacher in planning, preparing, and implementing all classroom activities and field trips. They facilitate parent engagement through conferences, home visits, and attendance at parent meetings and encourage classroom volunteer participation.

Responsibilities

• Aids in planning and preparing all classroom activities and field trips.
• Records observations of children and assists the Teacher in planning and implementing the program to meet children’s physical, social, emotional, and educational needs, and achieve child outcomes.
• Works with the Teacher to use outcome reports in classroom planning and use Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in planning.
• Prepares and supervises nutritious meals and snacks as required by the program and/or staffing.
• Shares in the maintenance of the center, equipment, and supplies.
• Serves as a bus monitor as necessary.
• Completes programmatic and agency reports as required.
• Assists the Teacher with home visits, on-site visits, and parent conferences; works with the Teacher and parents to develop individual plans for children based on screenings and observations.

Requirements

• Experience and Skill Requirements:
  • Less than one year of experience working with children in a child care setting required.
  • Classroom in Early Childhood Education experience preferred.
  • Excellent listening skills.
  • Use Microsoft Office applications and other computer software as applicable to the position.
  • Communicate with and relate to young children.
  • Work with a diverse population.
  • Read, analyze, comprehend, and apply written procedures.
• Education and Knowledge Requirements:
  • Current Child Development Associate (CDA) certification and in process of attaining a college degree.
  • Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, preferred.
  • Knowledge of Child Care License Regulations.
  • First Aid and CPR certification.
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
  • Must pass required background checks.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and provide proof of insurance.

Non-Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Performs additional duties as assigned.

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