Teaching Assistant/Child Care Worker
About The Position
The Teaching Assistant at Tilton School helps maintain a safe, well-planned educational environment and supports students’ academic and personal growth. Under the classroom teacher’s supervision, the Teaching Assistant supports instruction and classroom management, reinforces lesson plans, adapts instructional materials, and assists with paperwork and documentation. The role includes supervising students throughout the day and occasionally assuming responsibility for the class when the teacher is absent. The position calls for a patient, dependable, organized, and collaborative person committed to supporting students with diverse needs and fostering their learning and personal development.
Requirements
- High school diploma and 18 college credit hours.
- Complete New York State Education Department (NYSED) Level I Teaching Assistant Certification within the first 90 days of employment at Tilton School.
- Commitment to following and embracing the Seven Commitments of the Sanctuary Model.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Organized and efficient.
- Understanding of children’s basic needs and developmental issues in a way that promotes growth and respects individuality.
- Ability to ask age- and developmentally appropriate questions and actively listen to children’s responses.
- CPR and First Aid required.
- Valid New York State driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Support instruction and classroom management under the classroom teacher’s supervision.
- Reinforce lesson plans and adapt instructional materials to meet students’ needs.
- Assist with paperwork and documentation.
- Supervise students throughout the day.
- Occasionally assume responsibility for the class in the teacher’s absence.
- Use observations to learn about children’s interests and developmental levels.
- Interact with children during meals and snacks to promote appropriate social behavior.
- Adapt activities and environments to meet individual children’s special needs and situations.
- Follow mandated reporting requirements regarding child abuse and neglect.
- Practice infection control, including appropriate hand washing procedures.
- Develop warm, positive, nurturing relationships with children and support their academic and personal growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
