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- Career development opportunities
- Generous Benefits (View benefit details on our website http://www.ucsvt.org/careers/#benefits-at-a-glance
- Competitive Pay
- Pathway to Vermont licensure, if not yet licensed, through agency-provided Clinical Supervision.
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Equity and Inclusion committee
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community
- Smart casual dress code
- Flexible working options may be available
The Teacher Assistant helps to create and maintain an atmosphere in the classroom in which children feel welcome, valued, comfortable and secure. In addition, assists Teacher to involve parents in educational activities and participates in classroom activities.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Per OHS requirement, must hold a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education (AA), or be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA or AA within 2 years of employment start date.
- Valid Driver's License
Availability:
- Full time, Monday - Friday
EDUCATION: The Teacher Assistant cooperates with the teacher to plan a schedule of daily activities, to plan field trips and special projects. Prepares educational materials and classroom environment for daily activities. Acts as the Teacher in Teacher's absence.
CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES: As directed by the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant will supervise play activities, participate in activities and direct small and large group activities. Will also observe, record and report children's behavior and play. They will help children with self-care routines and provide aid to children who experience difficulty or loss of control and intervene in situations where injury may result. May provide supervision in the classroom, at off-site experiences, field trips and on the Head Start bus (Bus Monitor).
CLASSROOM MAINTENANCE: The Teacher Assistant will maintain educational supplies and art materials, monitor equipment and supplies and cooperate with the teacher to maintain an orderly classroom environment. This includes assisting the Teacher and children with clean-up at mealtime and after playtime.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT: In addition, provides childcare during after-hour parent events at a minimum of two shifts per year. During events, completes intake forms with parents. Helps parents to feel comfortable in their role as classroom helpers and involves parents in activities and projects. Also, the Teacher Assistant refers parent's questions to the Teacher, as appropriate. To meet the changing needs of families, it may be necessary to schedule meetings and family events after regular hours.
EDUCATION: The Teacher Assistant cooperates with the teacher to plan a schedule of daily activities, to plan field trips and special projects. Prepares educational materials and classroom environment for daily activities. Acts as the Teacher in Teacher's absence.
CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES: As directed by the Teacher, the Teacher Assistant will supervise play activities, participate in activities and direct small and large group activities. Will also observe, record and report children's behavior and play. They will help children with self-care routines and provide aid to children who experience difficulty or loss of control and intervene in situations where injury may result. May provide supervision in the classroom, at off-site experiences, field trips and on the Head Start bus (Bus Monitor).
CLASSROOM MAINTENANCE: The Teacher Assistant will maintain educational supplies and art materials, monitor equipment and supplies and cooperate with the teacher to maintain an orderly classroom environment. This includes assisting the Teacher and children with clean-up at mealtime and after playtime.
PARENT ENGAGEMENT: In addition, provides childcare during after-hour parent events at a minimum of two shifts per year. During events, completes intake forms with parents. Helps parents to feel comfortable in their role as classroom helpers and involves parents in activities and projects. Also, the Teacher Assistant refers parent's questions to the Teacher, as appropriate. To meet the changing needs of families, it may be necessary to schedule meetings and family events after regular hours.
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