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Form of workMRDC Teacher Assistant assist classroom teacher in providing developmentally appropriate classroom activities and instruction to Head Start students and supporting Head Start families in compliance with the Head Start Performance Standards and MRDC policies and procedures.
Help plan and provide learning opportunities that support student growth in the areas of cognition, early literacy and language, social development, play skills, fine and gross motor development, fine arts, adaptive/self-care skills, health, and nutrition.
Assist teacher in implementing behavior plans and IEPs.
Assist teacher in conducting developmental assessments three times a year and recording all results in GOLD.
Assist teacher in conducting direct observations on children and record data daily in GOLD and/or in the child’s portfolio and file.
Assist teacher in implementing the developmentally appropriate curriculum for preschool children per guidance from the Education Coordinator, the ECE Specialist, and other leaders, individualizing instruction as necessary.
Requirements
The Head Start Teacher Assistant must have, at a minimum, a high school diploma or GED.
Must have a Maryland 90-hour certificate.
Must have Child Development Associate credential OR must receive credential not later than one year after beginning employment in this position.
Must have at least one year of experience working with preschool children.
Must pass a criminal background check in MD and surrounding states.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Health Saving Account
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
