Classroom Assistant Teacher - Plainfield, Wisconsin ($15.75/HR)

UMOS • Plainfield, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working in conjunction with a Classroom Teacher to support the educational and developmental needs of children. The role requires active participation in scheduling and tracking various child assessments, home visits, and parent conferences. The Classroom Assistant Teacher will collaborate on creating individualized learning plans, guiding children's activities, and maintaining the classroom environment according to established standards and mandates. A key aspect of the role is to assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and to foster positive communication and development in children through appropriate interaction and guidance. The position also includes responsibilities related to meal service, health and safety protocols, and administrative tasks such as generating non-federal share documentation. The role requires direct supervision of children and communication with bus drivers regarding child activities and behaviors. Attendance at staff meetings and trainings is mandatory, along with performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Have a valid High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Possess a Preschool (PS) Child Development Associate credential or state-awarded certificate that meets/exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential or be enrolled in a CDA program immediately upon acceptance of position. Must complete within 1 year.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have basic computer skills to include, but not limited to, data entry and internet.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Hold a valid driver's license and adequate car insurance.
• Criminal background check prior to employment.
• Physical exam and TB screening test showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner if required by local/state regulation.
• Complete SIDS & Shaken Baby Training prior to working with children.
• Fire Extinguisher Training.
• Register in the state childcare registry.

Nice To Haves

• Some childcare experience is preferred.
• Preferred Bilingual in Spanish and English (oral and written).
• Proof of certification in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid within 30 days or sooner if required by local/state regulation.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, complete, and track all required home visits/conferences, developmental screenings, ongoing assessments, collection and timely online entry of classroom observations and documentations.
• Create/update individualized plans with parents to address each child’s needs and track child’s progress.
• Guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials.
• Assist in the setup, maintenance, and daily preparation/clean-up of both the indoor and outdoor environments.
• Implement children's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) and seek clarification for any aspects that are not well understood.
• Assist the teacher in the completion of required reports on children and classroom activities.
• Maintain written and verbal communication with families regarding developmental progress and other pertinent information about their child.
• Communicate with and respond to individual children during activities and routine by communicating at eye level, using appropriate tone of voice, and modeling and questioning to extend children’s thinking and language.
• Participate fully in the Family Style Meal Service and assist children in development of social and self-help skills, sound nutritional practices, and required documentation per the Child Adult Care Food Program.
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures including storage of poisonous and hazardous materials, conduct health and safety checklists, daily child observation, diapering/toileting/handwashing, injury/accident prevention, child accident reports, sanitizing, cleaning, and universal precautions.
• Generate and collect non-federal share (In-kind).
• Maintain positive guidance and behavioral management techniques.
• Maintain direct sight and sound supervision of all children and demonstrate active supervision.
• Communicate with bus driver/bus monitor any information to be shared with child’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
• Assist in loading and unloading the children on the school bus.
• Attend all staff meetings, trainings, in-service trainings, and center activities as assigned by the CDC/ Center Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED