DISTRICT: Early Childhood Assistant Alternate, 30+ hrs/wk

Traverse City Area Public Schools•Traverse City, MI

About The Position

The District Alternate provides age-appropriate activities and services to children enrolled in the various Licensed Programs throughout TCAPS. Placement in this position varies throughout the district daily. This position reports directly to the Licensed Child Care Director.

Requirements

High school graduate (18+ years of age) with prior experience working/interacting with children.
Must have current First Aid and infant, child, and adult CPR training or be willing to obtain at next available offering.
Willing to complete up to 16 clock hours of professional development training, in addition to new hire requirements as required by MiLEAP Child Care Licensing regulations.
Must be able to report on a regular and consistent basis.
Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
Duties include frequent walking and physical activity, as well as use of hands and arms for signaling and light lifting/carrying up to 40 pounds.
Must have the ability to move about the classroom/building and school property, including sitting on the floor, bending, pushing/pulling, lifting, twisting, climbing, stooping, or crouching to complete work-related tasks with and without students.
The ability to listen and effectively orally communicate information and ideas to a diverse population.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with children, parents colleagues, administrative staff and community members
Ability to effectively discern information and formulate appropriate action(s).
Ability to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently.
The individual selected for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Nice To Haves

Some Early Childhood or Child Development college coursework highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists students with all aspects of the program they are supporting.
Develop positive relationships with children, parents, staff members, administration, and community members through effective written communication as well as verbal and nonverbal interactions
Assists with maintenance of classroom records for all students (attendance, behavior documentation, anecdotal notes, lunch count) when needed.
Assists in maintaining a clean and safe facility / playground at all times
Maintains discipline and brings behavior and/or discipline concerns to the Lead Teacher, program manager, or building Principal.
Takes part in planned meetings as requested.
Implements and enforces TCAPS District and building-level safety standards and behavior management techniques.
Participates in staff-development and professional development activities as offered (up to 16.0 clock hours per calendar year).
Administer children’s medication and First Aid as needed, and complete necessary State of Michigan and District-level documentation.
Maintains confidentiality with regard to student and family records and information.
Other duties as assigned.