Early Childhood Teacher Aide II
About The Position
The Early Childhood Teacher Aide II assists with implementing the daily program under the direction of an assigned teacher. The aide supports classroom preparation, student learning and supervision, discipline, communication with parents, and the broader emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs of children. The role may involve supporting students with physical disabilities, including lifting and positioning them, assisting non-ambulatory students, and using physical restraint to control behavior when required. The aide also supports classroom housekeeping and kitchen tasks, playground activities, and the operation of audio/visual aids. The position requires maintaining professional conduct, treating children with dignity and respect, preserving confidentiality, following supervisor directions, and participating in staff meetings, training, conferences, and professional workshops.
Requirements
- High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA).
Nice To Haves
- Experience with children in a childcare setting.
- Two years of education from an accredited college or university.
- Ability to obtain at least 12 hours of college credit in Education or Childhood Development from an accredited college or university within six months of employment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.
Responsibilities
- Assist with implementation of the daily program under the assigned teacher’s direction.
- Help plan and prepare the learning environment, set up interest centers, and prepare materials and supplies.
- Supervise the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.
- Help with general housekeeping and kitchen tasks.
- Assist the teacher in other appropriate ways and follow directions from the head teacher or immediate supervisor.
- Maintain professional attitudes and loyalty to the school, treat children with dignity and respect, and maintain confidentiality about children, families, and employees outside the school.
- Attend staff meetings, recommended training programs, and conferences, and participate in professional workshops supporting improvement in early childhood education.
- Supervise outdoor playground activities.
- Help operate audio/visual aids such as projectors.
- Actively engage early childhood students in learning through interactions, participation in play, and support and extension of learning at eye level.
- Assist the teacher with discipline and student supervision, using guidance strategies appropriate for young children.
- Work with Educare SA staff and parents to address children’s emotional, academic, physical, social, and nutritional needs.
- When required, lift and position students with physical disabilities, assist non-ambulatory students, and control behavior through physical restraint.
- Maintain open communication with parents.
- Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
