Part-Time Teacher's Aide
About The Position
The Teacher's Aide assists with developing educational curriculum and providing stimulating, developmentally appropriate activities that support each child's developmental level. The role includes observing and documenting children's development, assisting with individualized lesson plans, communicating with parents, students, and colleagues, and collaborating with the Child Development/Early Childhood Education Department. The aide helps maintain a safe classroom and playground, monitors classroom supplies, and may assume Lead or Assistant Teacher duties as needed. Other duties may be assigned by the center manager. The position requires pediatric CPR and First Aid certification. Applicants who do not already hold these certifications have up to two weeks after hiring to obtain them. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in Early Childhood or a related field, at least three years of experience in an early childhood setting, and a CDA or at least 12 college hours in Early Child Development courses. Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as openings become available. Salary follows the Board-approved schedule for the current fiscal year.
Requirements
- Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification; if not already certified, obtain certification within two weeks of hiring.
Nice To Haves
- AAS or AA in Early Childhood or a related field.
- At least three years of experience in an early childhood setting.
- CDA or at least 12 college hours in Early Child Development courses.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing educational curriculum and providing stimulating, developmentally appropriate activities that support each child's developmental level.
- Observe children, maintain documentation through anecdotal records, assess development, and assist in creating individualized lesson plans.
- Use verbal and written communication to convey essential information to parents, students, and colleagues.
- Collaborate with the Child Development/Early Childhood Education Department.
- Remain current in child development theories and practices by attending workshops, training, and college classes.
- Attend community functions to build partnerships with children and families.
- Maintain a safe environment through daily inspections of classrooms and the playground.
- Inventory and identify necessary classroom materials and supplies.
- Assume Lead and/or Assistant Teacher duties as needed.
- Carry out other duties as assigned by the center manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
