Teacher Assistant-Kendalville

Location: Kendallville • 40 hours/week, school year positions available

About the role

The Assistant Teacher assists in preparing classroom materials and plans, providing quality learning experiences for young children. They support the implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Teacher, family members, and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities
• Ensure a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active, and encouraged toward self-discipline and self-motivation
• Demonstrate adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)
• Assist the teacher in implementing the developmental assessment for each child
• Plan and assist the Teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities
• Guide children's behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem
• Implement Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures, and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
• Ensure confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within two (2) years of employment
• Two years' experience working with preschool children preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Become CPR and First Aid Certified within twelve (12) months of hire
• When driving for Brightpoint, must have a valid Indiana driver's license and maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance

Pay

$18.37/hour