Teacher Aide - Turtle Room Children's Center

Associated Students, CSUF•Fullerton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the teacher aide will assist the classroom master teacher, lead teacher, and associate teachers by being actively involved in the supervision, care, and education of children. The teacher aide will accept instructions and follow through with assigned and self-initiated tasks of which the purpose is to provide primary care and support for children with a range of developmental needs.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled California State University Fullerton student in good academic standing
Minimum of 2 semesters experience in a setting in which the ability to implement the Children’s Center philosophy has been demonstrated

Responsibilities

Implement the Children’s Center philosophy of respect for the child and the importance of fostering independence in children.
Maintain awareness of children’s needs: physical, social, emotional, and cognitive, and attend to them appropriately and respectfully.
Anticipate needs of induvial children or groups of children and take appropriate action to maintain safety, security, and opportunities for positive interactions.
Participate in activities, planned and free-flow, with the children
Support the program, schedule, routines, and activities specific to the classroom and yard areas
Set an example of appropriate adult behavior, including verbal behavior, in relation to children, for volunteers
Use non-authoritarian communication skills when listening, setting limits, and helping the children problem solve
Be constantly involved in either observing children’s behavior or interacting with them; write down anecdotal notes as needed, focus on the responsibilities of the job at all times
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe classroom and yard area environment
Follow safety procedures consistently. Learn concepts presented in monthly safety meetings
Attend and actively participate in mandatory staff trainings as assigned and team meetings
Actively participate in safety training including monthly evacuation drills
Convey written and verbal information from parents and to and from other staff when necessary
Provide toileting assistance, including diaper changes and helping children use the toilet
Other duties as assigned
Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments as well as Children’s Center parents
Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies.
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence.
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party or supervisor immediately