Teachers Aide (1820) FT

Summary:
 Works under the leadership and guidance of the classroom teacher in providing direct educational services for preschool children. Actively support the use of developmentally appropriate practices. 

 Essential Functions:

• Interacts with children in a developmentally appropriate manner.
• Assists teacher in maintaining daily records, materials, and notes to and from parents.
• Assists teacher in daily activities, preparation and teaches large and small group lessons under teacher supervision.
• Creates instructional materials for classroom use.
• Shares in clerical work such as copying materials, etc.
• Maintains organization of classroom materials.
• Fosters a positive learning environment in which the children can acquire positive self-image guiding them toward independence.
• Participates in classroom staffings to share behavioral observations and provide comprehensive services to the children.

 Non-Essential Functions:

• Conducts self so as to best contribute to, promote and implement the mission, philosophy and policies of the agency.
• Helps to maintain overall organization of classroom environment.
• Attends all meetings as required.
• Participates in corporate compliance and quality assurance activities as required.
• Participates in trainings to maintain training hours required by The Office of Children and Family Services
• Other duties as assigned. 

 Reporting Responsibilities: Education Coordinator 

 Supervisory Responsibilities:  Non-Exercised

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to relate to people of different backgrounds and abilities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, as well as the ability to work with other required computer systems to complete documentation. 
• Strong time management skills.
• Understanding of typical early childhood development.

 Physical Requirements:

Must be physically and mentally fit to provide developmentally appropriate care for and supervision of young children. Must have the physical abilities and stamina to participate in children's play and sustain active work throughout the day. 

 Work with children requires:

• Ability to walk or run quickly
• Ability sit on the floor or in child-sized chairs for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend at the waist, kneel or crouch to maintain eye contact with children
• Ability to walk on rough or uneven ground
• Ability to lift children
• Ability to work in cold or hot outdoor conditions. 
• Ability to maintain the safety of the environment and children through visual, auditory, olfactory and tactile senses
• Must be able to move quickly and react calmly in response to an emergency
• Must exhibit good judgment in matters concerning the health and safety of children
• Must be able to maintain composure under pressure

 Working Conditions: 

• Working conditions are typical for a child care setting 
• Exposure to bodily fluids, potentially infectious material and communicable diseases

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Education-High School Diploma or its equivalent. 

• Experience working with young children preferred.