TEACHER ASSISTANT TRAINEE-BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

NHA•Escondido, CA

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor (or designated teaching staff) aids in the instruction of children. This position is a 2-year position. After 2 years, the employee must promote to a higher position or vacate the position.

Requirements

Must be computer literate
Have regular, consistent attendance
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Be sensitive to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups
High School Diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or High School Proficiency Certificate required
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; observe; and interact with program management, staff, clients and others encountered in the course of work
Certification in pediatric first aid and CPR must be met within 90 days of employment
Must meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center (fingerprints, TB, physical, immunizations)
All persons hired in this position will be required to take (on their own) and successfully complete (with at least a “C”) a minimum of six (6) units of Child Development (CD) or Early Childhood Education (ECE) at an accredited college or university within 12 months of employment
Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills and information; perform work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with Association staff and others encountered in the course of work

Nice To Haves

Child Development or Early Childhood Education units from an accredited college/university or ROP Training in a Child Development Program preferred
Speak a second language desirable
This position may not be left alone supervising children unless person has at least 12 units of child development (CD) or early childhood education (ECE) at an accredited college or university

Responsibilities

Assists in the instruction of the pre-school aged children
Assist in implementing weekly lesson plans, which integrate activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschool children; that reflect Head Start curriculum and philosophy, and comply with the Performance Standards
Aid in developing and maintaining a safe and pleasing environment for the children which facilitates their ability to grow physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually
Assists in administering the screening of each child using appropriate assessment tools but not the translating/interpreting of those assessments
Assists in ensuring that daily hygiene needs are met by modeling such routines as tooth brushing, hand washing, use of the bathroom, and meal times
Assists in ensuring the safety of the classroom as well as the outdoor playground
Assist in providing emotional support and encourages high self-esteem in the children
Participates in required training
Administers first aid when needed
Participates in center level case management meetings as needed
Observes the development of IEP’s for children with special needs
Assist with the preparation of monthly reports on attendance, excused absences, daily sign in/put sheets, in-kind and CCFP meal count
May help with conducting home visits and parent/teacher conferences
Participates in cross-component tasks; works with community resources to identify child/family needs and refer to proper resources for assistance
Helps in the supervision of outdoor play environment and field trips
Perform other duties as assigned
Will assist in breaks and planning time for teacher and associate teacher, as needed