What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher's Assistant position at South Shore Children's Center of West Islip?
An Assistant Teacher must: Be at least 18 years of age Have a high school degree or equivalent education
Have at least 1 year of experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards the completion of one
Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a group of children alone in a classroom
Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities
Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 30lbs
Have dependable transportation
REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS
Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs as well as their educational needs
Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best practice methods at all times
Be warm and nurturing with children
Be customer service orientated and professional
Complete all required training according to OCFS regulations
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Including, but not limited to, the following:
Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
Appropriately supervise children while keeping them safe at all times
Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., diapering, feeding, dressing)
Help facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for infants or toddlers. Maintain an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children
Establish a professional level of rapport with each family in order to provide quality care and friendly service
Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities that are developmentally appropriate
Attend and engage in occasional parent participation events and other events that may be on nights and/or weekends
Assist with the completion of daily sheets and the daily activities pertaining to eating, sleeping, and diaper changing
Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management
Maintain a professional self-image and project the values of the organization at all time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $18