Head Start Teacher Assistant

Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County•Watertown, NY

8d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age appropriate activities for children, helps to ensure the safety of the children, and carries out the Head Start performance standards. This person also assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher and keeps accurate recordkeeping.

Requirements

Associate Degree in early childhood education or a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required.
Must be supportive and non-judgmental in working with children and families
Maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information
Serve as an advocate for children and families
Work as a team and cooperate with all Head Start staff to provide quality programming for Head Start children and families
Keep accurate detailed records
Possess proficient computer skills
Have excellent time management and communication skills
Satisfactory medical exam and TB test
Clearance from the NYS Child Abuse Central Register and fingerprint clearance from the NYS Office of Children and Family Services at time of hire
Employee will be required to sign an affidavit annually which states that he/she has not been indicated in a child abuse or neglect case within the past year.
A valid driver's license is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a licensed or registered early childhood setting preferred.
Preference is given to qualified in-house applicants.

Responsibilities

Helps the Master Teacher in planning and implementing age appropriate activities for children
Helps to ensure the safety of the children
Carries out the Head Start performance standards
Assumes the lead role in the classroom during the absence of the Master Teacher
Keeps accurate recordkeeping