Pre-K Teacher Aide I/II - Evans Mills III

Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County•Town of Le Ray, NY

2d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Aide is responsible for assisting the Master Teacher and Teacher Assistant in implementing age appropriate activities for 18 preschool children; assisting with mealtimes, participating in classroom preparation and cleanup. The Teacher Aide helps to ensure the safety of the children, and supports the day-to-day operations within the classroom.

Requirements

High School/GED diploma
Plan to complete preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education within 2 years of hire
Knowledge of child development
Ability to work and interact with young children
Proficient computer skills
Ability to be non-judgmental in working with families
Standing, sitting, walking
Must be able to bend or kneel to child's eye level
Lift up to 40 pounds
Manual dexterity and visual skills required
Auditory and verbal skills required for communication with clients, staff and the public
Satisfactory medical exam and TB test
Fingerprint clearance from the NYS Education Department
Sign an affidavit annually which states that he/she has not been indicated in a child abuse or neglect case within the past year
Pass random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an early childhood setting

Responsibilities

Implementing age appropriate activities for 18 preschool children
Assisting with mealtimes
Participating in classroom preparation and cleanup
Ensuring the safety of the children
Supporting the day-to-day operations within the classroom
Observing and recording behaviors of children
Maintaining confidentiality of program and agency related information
Maintaining accurate and detailed records
Working as a member of a team and cooperating with all Pre-K staff to provide quality programming for children and families
Working non-judgmentally with families