Teaching Assistant I/II

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures all children are appropriately chaperoned and never left unattended in all situations such as facility, transportation, playground, or community outing.
• When substituting for a CSA on the bus, ensure all children have evacuated the bus, and checks for personal items left on the bus.
• Assists in establishing and implementing an appropriate active learning environment.
• Coordinates with the assigned Teacher to ensure daily educational requirements are being accomplished.
• Aids in establishing a daily routine consistent with Creative Curriculum.
• Assists in the use of Teaching Strategies Gold On-line as assessment tool and entering data into the system three times per program year. *
• Maintains a positive learning environment, models positive behavior, and engages in positive adult-child interactions.
• Observes and assesses children, developing and implementing appropriate lesson plans pursuant to required timelines using the Individual Program Room Self-Assessment Plan for developing strategies to enhance outcomes. *
• Assists in establishing home and centers communications by encouraging parent participation.
• Participates in periodic home visits and in parent teacher conferences. *
• Practices daily health routines including potty training, hand washing, etc.; and follows emergency procedures if needed.
• Records and updates all associated records including the screenings which must be completed within the first 45 days of service. *
• Acts in capacity of teacher during teacher’s absence. *
• Assists with fastening children in to harnesses on bus and attaching name tags. Rides the bus as required and ensures active participation by the children while on the bus.
• Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends evening meetings and participates in job related training as required.
• Follows the program procedures relating to confidentiality.
• Performs overnight travel as required.
• Mandated Child Abuse/Neglect reporter
• Must pass initial and tri-annual physical exam and TB screening.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of computers, including MS Word, Excel, and other related programs.
• Working knowledge of social service systems.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills including effective listening skills.
• Ability to deal tactfully with the public.
• Working knowledge of outcome-based services.
• Knowledge of Creative Curriculum.
• Knowledge of State Learning Standards.
• Knowledge of CLASS.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR Certification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.
• Current PA driver’s license and reliable transportation. (Required)
• Free of Child Abuse/Neglect history as verified by proper authorities. (Required)
• Must obtain Child Abuse, PA State Police, FBI Fingerprinting and NSOR Clearances prior to starting employment. (Required)
• Must meet vaccination requirements set by funding sources. (Required)
• Associate degree in Early Childhood (ECE). (Preferred)
• Minimum one (1) year professional work experience with preschool children. (Preferred)