Early Childhood Teacher Assistant

Summary

Location/Department: The Right Place - Sigourney (Hartford, CT)

FLSA Status: Part-time & On-Call, Non-exempt

Scope & Purpose of Position: Assist Lead Teacher in the planning and implementation of a stimulating program of activities that contributes to the physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of young children.

Duties

• Assist with planning and implementation of curricula that address both individual and group needs among children.
• Assist with all paperwork that may arise in the classroom, including but not limited to attendance, nutrition, lesson plans, daily health checks, fire drill records, narratives, and daily notes.
• Monitor and maintain the classroom environment, including cleanliness, organization, minor repairs, and health and safety components.
• Actively participate in all required meetings, including but not limited to orientation, team meetings, parent groups, and training sessions.
• Assist in classroom management and aids in the administration of children's activities. This includes engaging in ongoing teacher-parent meetings and assisting with center, department, and agency tasks and activities as requested.
• Provides cooperation and assistance in obtaining and maintaining NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Adhere to all classroom procedures in the absence of the Lead/Head Teacher.
• Observe and record physical and behavioral observations of children daily and assist with progress reports and goals.
• Contribute to agency cohesiveness by maintaining collaborative and team oriented relationships.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate program needs.
• Maintain appropriate business attire, manners and environment reflective of professional standards.
• Responsible for understanding personnel policies and procedures as outlined in the staff and agency handbooks.

Requirements

• Must be able to develop a positive relationship and communicate effectively with young children and their families
• Must be 18 years of older
• Must possess a high school diploma or the equivalent and Child Development Credential (CDA). Candidates without a CDA must have prior experience working with young children and their families and an approved educational plan to attain a CDA or higher within an established period of time.
• Must hold a current certificate in CPR and First Aid
• Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but he/she is required to promote and respect the mission of The Salvation Army.

Nice To Haves

Link to apply:

• https://careers-usesalvationarmy.icims.com/jobs/7940/early-childhood-teacher-assistant/job

Benefits

Benefits of Working for The Salvation Army: Part-time employees who work at least 20 hours per week are eligible for voluntary term life insurance, short term disability coverage, supplemental insurance coverage options, employer-funded pension plan, and paid absence time.