SUMMARY

Supports teaching staff in carrying out developmentally appropriate activities for children which meet their physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs to ensure school readiness.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or a GED and evidence of actively working towards a Child Development Credential (CDA) and at least 12 credits in Early
Childhood Education or a Degree in Early Childhood Education.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• At least one year of experience in an early childhood setting
• First Aid and CPR certification or willingness to complete required courses
• Medication and Epi-pen certification or willingness to complete required training

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in situations and flexibility in accommodating individual needs/skills for each child.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work with parents, staff and community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a center environment, actively participate in physical activities with children.
• Must be energetic and physically agile. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing light objects and lifting children.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Vision and hearing corrected to normal
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to undergo a criminal and Department of Children and Families background check per the Office of Early Childhood’s state licensing requirements.
• Statement of good health from personal physician including documentation of a negative tuberculosis test.

• Provide support to multiple classrooms.
• Create a pleasant, inviting classroom atmosphere in which children feel comfortable and secure.
• Ensure the safety of children through constant supervision as outlined in NAEYC and DPH standards.
• Ensure that proper maintenance of equipment is maintained within the classroom.
• Attend to the personal hygiene of each child, including assisting with bath rooming and proper hand washing.
• Assist in mealtimes, encouraging self help skills and modeling family style meal services.
• Under the guidance of the teacher, the teacher aide will participate in team- teaching approach within the classroom.
• Supports in implementing individual and group activities to stimulate growth in all areas of development.
• Supports and implements the curriculum which meets individual needs of children throughout the year.
• Prepares materials for classroom use and may provide clerical support to other classroom staff.
• Assists in keeping classroom clean and materials in order and good condition.
• Works with staff, parents and other professionals to integrate services to benefit the child.
• Maintain an open communication systems with teaching staff and refers parent questions to the teachers.
• Maintain a healthy and safe learning environment for children.
• Contribute to the operation of the center by participating in staff meetings and sharing information gained through attendance at workshops and professional development.
• In collaboration with the Administrative team assist in setting program goals and strategic planning.
• Promotes effective working relationships and works cooperatively as part of a team to facilitate the center’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Report issues and/or incidents concerning children, parents or staff to the administrative staff.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
• Follows the centers abuse and neglect policy for reporting suspected abuse.
• Physically able and willing to interact with children in the indoor and outdoor environment.
• Performs related duties as needed.