What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Assistant position at Commission On Economic Opportunity?
CEO is a Community Action Agency driven by our dedication to innovation, respect, and teamwork. We care deeply about helping to improve the lives of people across Rensselaer County, while striving for a work life balance and a collaborative culture for our team members
CEO is seeking a Teacher Assistant at our Hoosick Falls Family Resource Center in Hoosick Falls, NY. The Teacher Assistant should be proactive, professional and team player. This position requires a strong commitment to the children and families we serve everyday.
Join our dedicated team and help support an agency that changes lives and improves our community!
Our Staff Enjoy:
- 12 plus paid holidays, a week off between Christmas and New Years, April & February break, etc.
- A generous paid time off policy.,
- Paid professional development opportunities during work hours.
- Mission driven work, and colleagues that also care about giving back to the community.
- Competitive Hourly Rate Offered** ($18/hr)
Our Teacher Assistants:
- Works as a team member with classroom staff and families to implement curriculum that is meaningful and meets the needs of individual children.
- Works closely with the classroom Teacher to implement planned lesson plans and activities.
- Support social and emotional development and provide positive guidance to children.
- Promote positive social interactions among children and model appropriate communication.
- Assist in delivering age-appropriate activities in various areas of learning.
- Support small group activities and provide individualized instruction as needed.
- Remain up to date on Head Start and child care licensing regulations.
- Assist with completing daily classroom paperwork and conducting child observations and assessments.
- Encourage and support family involvement in their child's education.
Candidate Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working with young children
- Currently possess or the commitment to obtain a CDA credential within the agreed upon time
- Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without VISA sponsorship
Other Benefits Include:
- Full Time-35 Hour Work Week Monday-Friday 730am-3pm (10 Month Position)
- Casual Dress Code
- Free Telemedicine
- Employee Assistance Program
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts)
- Cash payment of three thousand dollars for waiving health insurance (FT)
- Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan
- When eligible, Employer Sponsored Pension Plan starting at 5% of salary contribution
- CEO Qualifies Eligible Employees for the Federal School Loan Forgiveness Program
- CEO is part of the Quality Stars program and scholarship opportunities are available for staff to advance their education and deepen their qualifications as early childhood professionals.
Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances, which include fingerprints, New York State Child Abuse clearances, a physical and TB Test.
Apply: https://www.ceoempowers.org/about/join-us/ Call: 518-272-6012, ext. 301 EOE/AA
Salary : $18
