Floating Teaching Assistant/Aide

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County•Denver, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Floating Teacher Assistant/Aide is part of the Thrive to Five teaching support team and may or may not have a permanent classroom placement or schedule. Assignments vary according to the needs of the position and program. The role supports classrooms at Reamstown Elementary School and/or Denver Elementary School, and travel is required. The position is scheduled for 7.5 hours per day between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., 37.5 hours per week during the school year. The position supports children’s cognitive, learning, health, safety, and social-emotional development; assists with classroom instruction and routines; helps maintain respectful relationships with families; and follows CAP and Thrive to Five policies, procedures, regulations, and quality standards. The role also participates in training, meetings, coaching reflection, and professional development.

Requirements

Aide minimum qualification: high school diploma or GED.
Assistant minimum qualification: high school diploma or GED with documented 2,500 hours of experience with children; 30 college credit hours in education or a related field; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications.
Assistant employees must meet the preferred qualifications within 18 months of employment in the position.
Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities, either unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Age-appropriate Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential with 1,250 hours of documented experience with children.
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

Promote cognitive development and learning dispositions in all children.
Assist with implementing Creative Curriculum, Thrive to Five daily structures, and instructional strategies in accordance with program guidelines.
Follow each classroom’s schedules, routines, and lesson plans, and use responsive language with children.
Participate in individualized instruction for children with disabilities and individual needs.
Follow applicable health and safety procedures and regulatory standards, and provide adequate supervision of children at all times.
Follow CACFP meal service standards and use meals and snack times to teach health, sanitation, and proper nutrition.
Follow illness-prevention guidance, including procedures such as daily health checks and use of gloves and masks.
Assist with required dental, vision, hearing, and BMI screenings under the guidance of the lead teacher and Health and Safety Manager.
Teach children safety skills such as tooth brushing, hand washing, walking safely between spaces, and using tissues.
Follow procedures when assisting children with toileting, diaper changes, and rest time, including safe sleep procedures for infants.
Implement Thrive to Five universal PBIS practices and teach and model social-emotional skills.
Implement interventions and behavior support plans as needed, including Teacher Support Plans and Safety Plans, with support from relevant teams.
Maintain current knowledge about challenging behavior and mental health concerns.
Help provide a welcoming environment for families, model enthusiasm, promote parent-child activities, and maintain rapport and mutual trust with families and the classroom team.
Follow CAP and Thrive to Five policies, procedures, and systems, and demonstrate CAP values.
Work with the Early Learning Coordinator to support compliance with regulations and quality standards, reflect on coaching feedback, and set professional development goals.
Work with staff to develop strategies for resolving interpersonal problems that affect program operations.
Participate in program training, workshops, and meetings related to professional development and job requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.