TEACHER ASSISTANT

　　Dunkirk, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=742+Lamphere+St+Dunkirk+NY+USA+14048)

　　Job Type

　　Full-time

　　Description

　　Position Data:

　　Title:Teacher Assistant

　　Grade:E6 – E6BExemptNon-ExemptX

　　Reports to:Center Director

　　Basic Function or Position Summary:

　　Performs instructional tasks in classrooms to assist teaching staff. Assists in the implementation and integration of the compliance mandates by planning developmentally appropriate activities within the learning environment. Provides on-site supervision and child development services to at-risk children enrolled in a child care program.Salary $15.53 - $17.65/hourly

　　Security Clearance:N/A

　　Requirements

　　Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties:

　　? Provide direct supervision to ensure the health and safety of up to 21 children with other staff members and up to 8 children individually.

　　? Maintain compliance with both NYS Day Care Regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.

　　? Conduct daily health checks for children

　　? Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating classroom activities to meet the developmental needs of children.

　　? Conduct developmental screenings on children as designated.

　　? Participate in assigned tasks necessary for the preparation of learning centers, activities, and materials required for the implementation of planned activities to meet the developmental needs of children.

　　? Work with children on a one to one, small group, or large group basis.

　　? Together with the Teacher, maintain a safe and healthy environment.

　　? Together with the teacher, maintain accurate, complete and timely records, including but not limited to attendance, meals and observations of children.

　　? Serve meals to children ensuring dietary restrictions and safety for allergies are followed

　　? Maintain personal hygiene of children, including provide learning opportunities for washing of hands and use of restroom facilities

　　? Immediately report and concern regarding child abuse/neglect in accordance with service area policies and procedures.

　　? If MAT trained and certified, provide medication to children according to doctor’s orders; properly document all medication given to children.

　　? Maintain an ASPIRE account and keep all training records current.

　　? Participate in community events as designated.

　　? Communicate with families on a regular basis through communication books, phone contact, face to face, etc.

　　? Encourage classroom involvement of parent and community volunteers.

　　? Assist volunteer staff with their assigned tasks.

　　? Accompany teachers on home visits as designated.

　　? Attend all appropriate meetings and training sessions, including obtaining the CDA credential and continued education.

　　? Complies with ERSEA and participates in service enrollment and recruitment strategies as required.

　　? Promote agency values and mission.

　　? Notifies supervisor following service area procedures while promoting self-sufficiency.

　　? Participate in the larger team of the agency through committee structures, planning, policy development, and volunteerism.

　　? Present subject matter to students, utilizing variety of methods and techniques incorporating strategies which are developmentally appropriate and consider attention spans and individual learning styles, such as hands-on, visual, and auditory.

　　? Foster cooperative and professional working relationships.

　　? Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.

　　? Other duties as designated by supervisor.

　　Key Working Relationships:

　　A. Internal:COI Management and staff

　　B. External:Community Agencies, Transportation Provider, Volunteers and Parents

　　Supervisory Scope:

　　A. Number of staff supervised:0

　　B. Titles supervised:None

　　Organizational Responsibilities:

　　? Adheres to all policies and procedures.

　　? Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes.

　　? Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate.

　　Knowledge, Skills Required:

　　? Demonstrates organizational skills.

　　? Ability to work on a team.

　　? Ability to relate well with families of diverse backgrounds.

　　? Good verbal and written communication skills.

　　? High school diploma or general education degree (GED) plus one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, mandated. Must obtain CDA credential within two years of employment.

　　? AAS degree with Early Childhood Education preferred.

　　? Computer skills required.

　　Special Requirements:

　　? Completes all OCFS requirements.

　　? Must be able to maintain substantial, Active supervision and Zone supervision of children.

　　? Meets OCFS training requirements and maintains OCFS training log

　　? Flexibility in work schedule.

　　? Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

　　? Valid Drivers’ license and ability to travel

　　? Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times.