Part-Time Teacher Assistant

Job Summary:

This position is available in our Keene, NH Center and Ashuelot, NH Center.

The Teacher Assistant, under the supervision of the Teacher, is responsible for creating a supportive and enriching learning environment for preschool children in accordance with NH State Child Care Licensing Rules, Head Start Performance Standards and NAEYC Accreditation Standards. SCS Head Start Teachers will use and implement the Creative Curriculum to fidelity and the Pyramid Model to develop meaningful relationships with children and their families.

Essential Functions:

· Adhere to the Active Supervision Policy.

· Maintain confidentiality always.

· Abide by NAEYC Code of Ethics.

· Implement the Pyramid Model.

· Assist the Teacher in planning and implementing the Creative Curriculum to fidelity and with intentionality.

· Support the Teacher by performing all duties in accordance with all standards, i.e.: NH State Child Care Licensing, Head Start Performance Standards, SCS Head Start Policy and Procedures, and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

· Work collaboratively with the Teacher to administer ESI screenings and meet all child screening deadlines.

· Observe children and record child observations into TS Gold to fidelity. (daily)

· Collaborate with the Teacher to initiate and participate in Child and Family Reviews, Care Planning and Learning Prescriptions.

· Participate in Pre-service, Post-Service, Professional Development opportunities, monthly Education Services meetings, Classroom Monthly Report meetings, weekly Center Staff meetings.

· Assist the teacher with following IEPs.

· Demonstrate professionalism and the ability to build meaningful, collaborative relationships with all children, families, SCS staff and any other community partners on or off site or in the classroom.

· Attend Home Visits only when needed. (As a second person.)

· Perform other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

Minimum requirements 9 ECE credits (with 3 being in child growth and development) and enrolled in an ECE program.

Preferred Requirements for Teacher Assistants: An Associate Degree in ECE in a closely related field with 12 ECE Credits.

Familiarity with NAEYC Best Practices and the Head Start Standards is ideal.

Must be able to produce documentation of education before interview.

Must pass NH State Licensing requirement for background check for fingerprinting and criminal record check and Head Start requirement for sex offender check before hire.

Certification in child first aid and CPR (program will provide upon hire)

Classroom experience with pre-school children (Head Start experience preferred).

At times, when there is a recognized teacher shortage, the Director of Head Start program will have the discretion to hire a strong candidate based on the potential candidate’s experience and education even if the candidate does not meet the SCS Head Start Teacher Assistant Job Description but meets the Head Start Performance Standards.

Please fill out an application on our website www.scshelps.org, submit resume, cover letter, copy of your transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to:

Valery Cavadini, Operations Manager

63 Community Way, PO Box 603 Keene NH 03431

vcavadini@scshelps.org Fax 603-352-3618

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.84 - $20.06 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Grade levels:

• Pre-Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person