Teacher Assistant HS

at  Ascension DePaul Services

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Pre-K CDA, or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field preferred. Proven proficiency in verbal and written communication skills
• Meets and maintains minimum required training hours for licensing requirements by ADSSA, State of Texas DFPS, Texas Rising Star Provider criteria and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
• C.P.R. Certification and First Aid Training are required for licensing by the State of Texas and the Designated Vendor Program.
• Must have a valid Class C Texas Driver License

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and Manifests the Philosophy and Mission of ADSSA
• Ensure classroom activities and interactions (including transitions) are age and developmentally appropriate, as well as aligned with the Head Start Standards.
• Assist with the creation/implementation of lesson plans that reflect planning for individuals, small and large groups according to Policies and Procedures, including IEP goals and objectives as needed.
• Assist with the preparation of materials and supplies in advance for activities.
• Assist in creating a sense of community in the classroom through relationship building and allowing children to complete routine tasks.
• Assist in implementing approved weekly lesson plan in the classroom daily.
• Assist in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities.
• Assist in the provision of a daily balanced schedule of child initiated and adult initiated activities.
• Assist in ensuring that modifications are made to include children with special needs.
• Assist with providing experiences and learning materials that are representative of children’s cultures.
• Ensure family style dining.
• Complete daily health checks, accident reports, and additional forms in the required timeframe.
• Ensure sanitation, hygiene procedures and health practices are strictly adhered to daily and assist in the daily maintenance of the classroom.
• Adheres to Agency’s HS/EHS confidentiality policy, professional ethics and standards, demonstrating work habits which comply with agency personnel policies and procedures