Teacher Assistant (Part Time Float)

Job Description

Job Description

Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)

Overview of CEO

CEO is a Community Action Agency committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals who share and demonstrate our core values of Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, and Teamwork . Through our wide range of programs and services, CEO works to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve.

Overview of Team

CEO’s Early Head Start/Head Start program creates partnerships and develops opportunities for social and economic growth and empowerment in individuals, families, and communities. We are a federally funded program that provides comprehensive early childhood services to children aged 6 weeks to age 5 and families throughout Rensselaer County.

Position Summary

CEO is seeking a Teacher Assistant (Part time) that works as a team member with classroom staff and families to implement curriculum, lesson plans, and activities that are meaningful and meet the needs of individual children.

• Support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance to children.
• Promote positive social interactions among children and model appropriate communication.
• Assist in delivering age-appropriate activities in various areas of learning.
• Support small group activities and provide individualized instruction as needed.
• Remain up to date on Head Start and childcare licensing regulations.
• Assist with completing daily classroom paperwork and conducting child observations and assessments.
• Encourage and support family involvement in their child's education.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working with young children
• Currently possess or the commitment to obtain a CDA credential within the agreed upon time
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without VISA sponsorship

Compensation and Benefits information:

• $18 per hour- 20 hours per week (10am-2pm) and Full Year
• Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Cash payment for waiving health insurance
• Telemedicine
• PTO and Sick time accruals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 12 paid holidays annually
• December, February, and Spring School Break Included in Vacation Package
• Employer sponsored pension plan starting at 5% of salary contribution when eligible
• Eligibility for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program

Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances.

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