What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant, Preschool position at Berkley Christian Academy?
About This Role
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips. Assist children, individually or in small groups, to help them master and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students. Teach social skills to students. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
What You'll Do
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
- Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Teach social skills to students.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
- Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, supervised role-playing methods, or reading aloud.
- Clean classrooms.
- Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
- Organize and label materials and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their eye levels and perceptual skills.
- Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
- Conduct demonstrations to teach skills, such as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience working in childcare
- Understanding of children's developmental stages
- Open mindset
Nice to Have
- 2 years of childcare experience
- Desire to acquire CDA
Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Child Care Discount
- Professional Development
Salary : $13 - $14