What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant (Toddler & Preschool) position at Little Genius Center for Learning?
Currently hiring Teacher Assistants for Preschool and Toddler classrooms.
Classroom Management:
- Work in a team in the classroom and with Little Genius Center for Learning (LGCFL) staff to facilitate and manage the classroom.
- Must display caring, creative personality and take initiative to support in the classroom.
- Assist in providing appropriate supervision for children at all times adhering to OFCS ratio compliance.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
- Assist in providing basic needs for children
- Work with children to improve their social skills and build self-esteem.
- Assist in maintaining and providing care for children using responsive discipline and self regulations techniques.
- Assist maintaining inventory for classroom supplies and request items as needed.
- Responsible for classroom management when the Lead teacher is absent.
Curriculum & Planning:
- Assisting with implementation of developmentally appropriate, creative, fun-filled curriculum using a variety of educational techniques
- Assist in providing tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities.
- Assist in communicating with families and school administrators using the Procare app for communicating with families, keeping track of daily activities, and documenting learning.
- Assist in the implementation of a consistent routine and give the children a sense of security and stability.
- Assist in maintaining a neat, clean and organized classroom
- Assist in supporting and helping prepare detailed and developmentally appropriate lesson plans, using the Creative Curriculum and best practices.
Regulations:
- Be familiar with and comply with all OCFS, DOH, CACFP and LGCFL policies and regulations.
- Maintain training and education requirements
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Spanish speaking is a plus but not required.
Experience Requirements
1 Childcare experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Clifton Park, NY 12065 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18