Teacher Aide - West Farms Child and Family Center

Grand St Settlement Inc.•New York, NY

18d•$0 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Start Teacher Aide serves as a Teacher’s Aide and substitute as needed in Grand Street Settlement Early Childhood classrooms. The role supports supervision of children, classroom activities, classroom staff and volunteers, and general classroom maintenance to help ensure children’s health and safety. The position is based at the West Farms Child and Family Center in the Bronx and reports to the Site Director. The schedule is Monday through Friday, four hours per day, and may vary with program needs. Under direct supervision of the Center Director, the aide supports children’s growth and development, classroom planning and program implementation, family partnerships, communication and service coordination, record keeping, and ongoing monitoring. Duties include collaborating with classroom staff, completing documentation and observations, assisting with assessments, and substituting for Assistant Teachers and other staff as needed. The position requires the ability to lift 35 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience working with children ages 0–5 and families.
Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social, or cultural needs.
Ability to maintain written records and manage time to complete assigned work.
Ability to interpret documents such as safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with participating families.
Basic computer literacy, including email and Microsoft Office.
Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Complete DOI fingerprint screening, NYS Central Registry clearance, Sex Offender Registry clearance, three reference checks, and a physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, and MMR; fees may apply.
Obtain a Mandated Reporter training certificate every two years and comply with agency policies and procedures for identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect.
Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificates within the first year of employment.
Meet employee health requirements in Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.

Nice To Haves

Some college credits preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise children’s indoor and outdoor activities and use positive guidance techniques.
Assist with implementing a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that encourages social interaction, engagement, self-motivation, and development for children of all abilities.
Collaborate with the classroom team to prepare daily lesson plans and individualize learning for children.
Assist with collecting daily anecdotes, writing child observations, and assessing children using Teaching Strategies Gold online three times a year.
Provide positive guidance and discipline as children acquire kindergarten-readiness skills.
Help establish and maintain positive working relationships with parents and provide feedback about children’s developmental progress and challenges.
Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits concerning children’s development and education.
Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation.
Refer developmental concerns to the Lead Teacher and, as applicable, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
Assist with attendance records, health checks, home correspondence, home visit forms, accident and incident reports, referrals, and safety inspections.
Assist with requesting supplies and participate in classroom or program inventory as requested.
Work with the teaching team to analyze classroom child outcomes two to three times a year.
Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
Maintain a flexible schedule to substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.