Teacher Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT, INC.                         

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Teacher Assistant            DEPT:  Early Learning Division

REPORTS TO:  Site Manager            FLSA:  Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE:    Grade 6            STARTING SALARY:  $18.00/hr.

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for assisting in the educational, developmentally appropriate activities in the classroom, and supporting the Teachers/Volunteers in their assigned duties. 

CHILDREN SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITY:  Responsible for child supervision and for keeping children safe.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.    Assist the teacher in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of the operations of the classroom and educational-related activities.

2.    Monitor classroom attendance and follow-up.  Assist with maintaining accurate written/electronic records, including assessments, screenings, observations, and other required forms.   

3.    Plan and arrange for all necessary teaching materials.

4.    Work cooperatively with all staff in meeting Head Start Performance Standards and other compliance mandates.

5.    Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces family engagement in the classroom.  Also, participate in the implementation of parent/staff training programs, and assist in parent activities.

6.    Attend parent and staff conferences as required.

7.    Adhere to Alliance for Community Empowerment Inc. policies and procedures related to prevention and response to COVID-19, including participating in training, use of PPE, implementation of universal precautions, social distancing, and keeping the workspace clean.

8.    Assist with daily health screening, monitoring as related to COVID-19.

9.    Ability to respond appropriately to an emergency or crisis. 

10.    Physical ability to monitor and respond quickly to children who are very active and may need redirection to ensure their safety or the safety of others.

11.    Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

•    Minimum of a Child Development Associate credential and pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education 

•    or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for CDA 

•    or a high school diploma or equivalent, working towards obtaining a CDA within two years of the time of hire.

•    Classroom experience in a childcare center is preferred.

•    Good organizational skills are required.

•    Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

• Bilingual helpful but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

HOURS/DAY

0-1    1-2    2-4    4-7

Standing                                               X         

Sitting                                          X

Reaching                                      X

Driving                                X

Walking                                          X

Twisting                                         X

Squatting                                       X

Lifting                                            X

Bending                                        X

Gripping                                        X

Keyboard use                                X

Please note:  Must be able to lift a child with an average weight of 50 pounds, if necessary.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-THROUGH AFFIRMATIVE ACTION