What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Learning Teacher Assistant position at City of Hartford - Human Resources Department?
The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties.
This is a 1716 union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week.
This is a grant–funded position renewable on an annual basis. The City of Hartford is not obligated to fund this position upon termination of funding.
- Basic principles and methods of supervising pre-school children;
- Basic health, personal hygiene and safety precautions to be taken in dealing with children.
- Instruct children in games, simple crafts, and various play activities;
- Maintain order and address minor behavioral problems that arise in children’s activities;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents and other employees;
- Work independently and implement instruction
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A high school diploma or GED and the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential;
OR
A high school or GED and twelve (12) credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or a closely related field.
Incumbents hired based on a high school diploma or GED and one (1) year on experience must obtain twelve (12) credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Early Childhood Special Education from an accredited college or University within a maximum of one (1) year from date of appointment OR obtain and maintain a current Child Development Associate (CDA) in center-based preschool or infant/toddler settings within a maximum of one (1) year from date of appointment and maintains certification thereafter.
Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.
EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES
Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
American With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Salary : $42,614 - $46,878
