PREK Counts Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

REQUIRED:  

·       Child Development (CDA) credential or enrolled in a CDA program or enrolled in an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with an early childhood education major or related field required; or any equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and take the School District of Philadelphia’s Highly Qualified Test
·       1 year classroom experience
·       Experience working with low-income families desired.
·       Prior to hiring, able to meet State ECE hiring requirements, including clear background checks, Bi-Annual physical examination, and negative TB test
·       College transcripts must be provided at the time of application or prior to job offer to ensure compliance with PreK Counts regulations.

PREFERRED:  

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in early childhood education or equivalent coursework.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

Must have the demonstrated ability to direct the activities of others; provide training and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrative examples of the various types of work that may be performed by individuals in this classification. The following duties are performed by all incumbents and do not include all specific essential functions and responsibilities the incumbent will be expected to perform.

 

The Teacher Assistant will help the lead teacher with all classroom functions that follows below.

1. Possess and demonstrate strong working knowledge of Best Practices and other regulations.
2. Develop and implement curriculum, which reflect mandated elements and components, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of PREK children.
3. Create weekly lesson plans, using Creative Curriculum and BluePrint, addressing individual goals for children. Provide a comprehensive safe and healthy learning environment for the children.
4. Follow a consistent schedule, which includes but is not limited to: small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, meals, and effective transitions between activities.
5. Meet education and health requirements of children in assigned classroom, including all required screenings. Assess children, document behavior, and evaluate results.
6. During family orientation. set educational goals for each child with the collaboration of the parents. Assist parents as primary teachers of their own children.
7. Consistently maintain and promote excellence in service through open and honest relationships with families, community members, and other LPV staff.
8. Consistently addresses families, community members, and co-workers in a courteous, pleasant, and respectful manner.
9. Consistently demonstrate respect for the capabilities and cultural differences of co-workers and families.
10. Maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom environment, including organization of space and material storage and meal implementation.
11. With Director’s and Education Coordinator’s guidance, may provide leadership and direction to Classroom Aide(s), practicum students, families, and may actively participate in a co-teaching system.
12. In consultation with Director and Education Coordinator, develop own professional work goals and training plan working towards professional goals.
13. Maintain complete and accurate required family/child files, forms, and records within required timelines to document and track children in assigned classroom through Education Binder, Teaching Strategies, and Procare App.
14. Maintain complete and accurate documentation of compliance with agency policies and funders’ requirements.
15. Participate in required meetings as assigned.
16. Implement strategies and activities through school, agency, parent, and child contacts.
17. Participate in annual program Self-Assessment.
18. Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment concerning confidential information.
19. Maintain regular job attendance and adherence to working hours. Regular attendance and punctuality are a requirement of this position.
20. Accept and perform other work as assigned by the school district support and Keystone Stars. 
21. Possess and maintain clearances and professional development and/or certifications that are required for job.
22. Demonstrate a professional and courteous manner and an ability to work harmoniously with other LPV Staff and Families.
23. Follow agency personnel and safety procedures.