SY 26-27 Teacher Assistant, Early Childhood (with/without CDA)

School District of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides supportive services to classroom teachers in the Prekindergarten Head Start Program. Assists teachers in all aspects of the instructional process designed to advocate the social and academic readiness of preschool students for subsequent entrance into the kindergarten program. Assists teachers in the preparation of and during the conduct of instructional activities, provides supplemental instruction to students individually or in groups. Confers with teachers to meet the social and physical needs of the children.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass the Highly Qualified Examination.
• Obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within two years of hire.
• Enrolled in an accredited program leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.

Nice To Haves

• Obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within two years of hire is preferred, but not required.
• Enrolled in an accredited program leading to an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education preferred, but not required.
• Current or former (within 5 years) Early Childhood parent volunteer.
• Former parent volunteer and active in the program as a special needs aide.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to the classroom teacher as requested; assists in lesson planning and preparation under the direction of the teacher; assists in the preparation of classroom exhibits and bulletin boards; distributes and collects instructional materials; assists with record keeping.
• Works with individuals or small groups to provide extra help to students as needed; attempts to reinforce previous instruction from the teacher; assists or leads children in group activities; assists with recreational activities; accompanies class trips, sharing monitoring responsibilities with teachers.
• Converses with children about their learning activities; encourages active participation by students; provides positive role models for children; participates in and assists children with daily routine activities, which include dining, napping and toileting activities, assists in changing and washing children with soiled clothing.
• Participates in staff development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED