Teacher Assistant 1

Job Purpose or Objective(s):
Assist the classroom teacher with the implementation of the educational program.

Primary Tasks:

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  Monitor the safety and behavior of children in
  classroom
  , on the bus,
  and while
  on the playground.

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  Assist in setting up the environment (indoor/outdoor for the activities of the day.

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  Assist in teaching based on children’s individual developmental needs.

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  Observe and record behaviors of children to assist the teacher
  in the
  identification of
  each child’s strengths and growth areas.

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  Attend parent meetings, home visits, parent/teacher conferences as needed.

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  Assist children during meals.

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  Perform other duties as may be assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

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  Knowledge and ability to work with appropriate software application

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  Good oral and written communication skills

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  Good childcare and decision-making skills

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  Strong interpersonal skills necessary to lead people, be honest, trustworthy, and dependable

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  Must have multitasking ability, self-motivated, team player, adaptable, and time management skills