What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUB TEACHER AIDE position at MISSISSIPPI ACTION FOR PROGRESS INC?
- Endure safety is a priority in performing all job responsibilities and ensure safety policies are adhered to.
- Assist teacher or classroom staff with individualized activities to meet the needs of each child.
- Assist in setting up creative learning environment (indoor/outdoor) for the activities of the day.
- Aid in the use of developmentally appropriate practices to facilitate activities with groups and individuals.
- Observe and record behaviors of children to assist the teacher in the identification of each child's strengths and areas to grow.
- Assist with the utilization of lesson plans which reflect mandated elements, parental and cultural influences, and promote the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of Head Start children.
- Follow a consistent schedule which includes small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, three meals, and effective transitions between activities.
- Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice making; ask open-ended questions and listen respectfully to the answers.
- Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom.
- Sanitize classroom equipment and laundry.
- Assist with meal service as needed.
- Assure/assist in general maintenance and security of facility. Report concerns to supervisor.
- Assist in providing constant and continuous active supervision of children daily during all activities, both indoor and outdoor and. Children should not be left unattended for any reason.
- Other duties as assigned.
- GED/High School Diploma minimum with post high school educational coursework in Early Childhood Education/Development highly desirable.
- Demonstrated classroom ability, typically one year pre-school classroom experience or equivalent.
- Strong communications skills, especially good listening & writing skills.
- Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three- and four-year-old children typically gained through a minimum of one year of relevant experience.
Salary : $12 - $16