Preschool Teacher Assistant

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with all Health and Safety Standards, Abuse laws, Department of Children and Family Guidelines and CHAC policies and procedure.
• Maintain student and program confidentiality.
• Comply with grant and contract standards, including training requirements
• Assist teacher in monitoring children.
• Assist teacher in assuring of all required documentation for each child, including sign-in, attendance, body checks.
• Assist teacher in implementing written weekly lesson plans and classroom schedules (creative curriculum) according to developmentally appropriate practices.
• Assist teacher in completing developmental assessments and documenting developmental gains.
• Assist teacher in implementing and documenting progress for goals and objectives for each child.
• Promote developmentally appropriate skills and behavior under the direction of the teacher.
• Assist children with personal care.
• Assure that classroom is maintained in a clean manner, including sanitizing toys, shelves, etc., cleaning floors and doing laundry daily.
• Assist with transition of children to a new room.
• Complete accident, behavior and incident reports as necessary.
• Assist teacher in coordinating and implementing therapy goals with appropriate specialists.
• Perform other duties as requested by teacher and program directors.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working in a child care setting or in working with persons who have a developmental disability. College vocational or technical training equal to 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours or 720 classroom hours can substitute for the required experience.
• Level two background screening and rescreening every five years.
• Valid Florida driver’s license, a safe driving record and proof of motor vehicle insurance

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

Summary

As a Preschool Teacher Assistant, you will support the lead teacher in creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment for young children. Your core skills in classroom management and communication will be essential in fostering positive interactions with students. With a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience, you will assist in lesson planning and implementing activities that promote early childhood development. Your premium skills in special education and literacy education will enhance the learning experience for all children, including those with diverse needs. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sarasota, FL 34235: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16