Teacher Assistant HS

UMATILLA-MORROW COUNTY HEAD START INC•Hermiston, OR

22h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

To support the teacher in the implementation of early learning preschool programs that provide quality learning environments that are safe and nurturing where children can grow and learn. Teachers Assistants will support goals set for children around school readiness which include social, emotional, educational, physical, and nutritional goals.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent
Required to obtain a step 6 in ORO within one year of hire date.
Required to enroll in a CDA program or comparable credential or a college degree program resulting in an Associate degree within two years of hire date.
One year experience in a preschool related program
Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Handler’s card
Current enrollment in the Child Care Division’s Central Background Registry
Current physical examination, drug screen, and TB screen documentation prior to hire
Ability to drive a private or Agency vehicle; must possess a valid driver's license and personal automobile or provide a plan that will allow fulfillment of position requirements. A DMV Record check will be conducted prior to hire.
Desire to work with low-income children and their families
Communicate effectively with staff, families, children, and the public using the telephone and in face-to-face, one-to-one, and in group settings
Fluent in English both verbally and written

Nice To Haves

Head Start experience
Community service experience
Multi-cultural experience

Responsibilities

Assist the Teacher in preparing, implementing, and evaluating daily classroom activities
Assist the Teacher in ensuring that children are taught and supervised in a consistent manner
Assist the Teacher in ensuring all children are within sight and sound at all times
Take responsibility for the children when the Teacher is not present
Take the primary lead for 5 children in the classroom
Assist the Teacher and parents in providing for children’s daily needs and routines
Assist the Teacher in ensuring all children are signed in and out by the parent daily utilizing the Attendance form and the Sign In and Out Forms
Assist the Teacher and parents in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
Share the responsibility of maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the classroom to include but not limited to janitorial duties as assigned by teacher such as sterilization of toys, sweeping and mopping of floors in bathroom and classrooms, cleaning and sterilizing of toilet and sinks
Assist in planning and involving parents and children in the preparation of nutritious foods and cleanup at meal time
Assist with daily personal hygiene of the children such as diapering, feeding, tooth brushing, toileting, hand-washing, and resting
Share the responsibility of providing appropriate care for children with disabilities
Encourage parents to attend monthly Family Nights
When required attend Family Night activities, contributing relevant Education component information
Provide input to teacher for Parent/Staff Conferences, Comprehensive Staffing and Monthly Individual Child Goal Tracking
Utilize the teacher, other staff, and resource library for technical assistance
Maintain positive communication with parents
Monitor children and adults while being transported
Ensure that all children restraints are properly installed and fastened on the the bus
Assist with boarding and exiting the bus
Help with evacuations and assist in the event of an emergency
Demonstrate positive guidance techniques with children
Ensure the bus is attended at all times
Assist with post trip inspection of bus to ensure all students have departed from the bus
Assist with take home material
Participate in staff meetings, conferences, training sessions and workshops as assigned
Demonstrate familiarity with employment policies, performance standards, work plan and objectives of Agency
Maintain congenial and respectful relations with staff, children, families and community
Keep current and accurate records and file reports on time
Maintain confidentiality in regards to staff and family information
Maintain objectives and professional standards
Improve self-skills and education
Fulfill role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy
Be present at work in order to provide consistency of services
Be a contributory team member in a positive/productive manner
Demonstrate commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily duties
And or any other duties deemed necessary by your supervisor
Apply safe practices in the performance of duties
Reporting of unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury immediately
Complying with Agency safety standards
Participate in emergency drills
Promote a culture of safe environments in the workplace