Teaching Assistant

Non-Exempt / Ful-Time / Permanent
30 Hours Per Week / 42 Weeks Per Year
The Teaching Assistant is responsible for the implementation of developmentally appropriate, child initiated, culturally integrated curriculum for children aged 3 - 5 in a classroom environment, in partnership with families in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, the Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations for Center Based Child Care and Preschool Programs and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

• Demonstrate competency in all five areas of NEKCAs Core Values. Demonstrate respect for all NEKCA clients, the choices they m
• Carry out duties in compliance with HS Performance Standards, Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
• Attend to the personal care needs of all children in the center
• Teaching Assistants join children in all settings, observing and engaging them in conversations at eye level to extend and deepen children's learning
• Participate per center plan in obtaining heights, weights, sensory and developmental screenings for children enrolled after screening day and returning children
• Assist in planning and implementing classroom curriculum through age-appropriate activities that include organized learning areas allowing a variety of choices each day based on child and family's needs, interests, culture, home language and assessment information
• Assist teachers in providing individualized activities for a minimum of 3 focus children a week
• Assist teachers in completing objective and factual observations of each child on a monthly basis
• Participate in IEP and Individual Health Plan team meetings as requested and share information with co-teacher
• Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans for children with special needs
• Encourage parent/guardian participation in the program
• Participate in special center-level events (i.e., Open House, center celebrations, etc.)
• Actively participate in program and family/child staffing as required
• Participate in program in-services and incorporate relevant knowledge and skills into practice
• Complete NEKCA Performance Evaluations, Professional Development Self-Assessment, and in partnership with supervisor, Individualized Professional Development Plan
• Participate in Program Self-Assessment
• Be aware of indicators of child abuse and neglect and comply with Vermont Mandated Reporter Law and program Child Protection Protocol
• In partnership with center team, participate in collecting and documenting non-federal share
• Participate in implementation of center recruitment plan
• All other duties deemed necessary by your supervisor and/or CFDP Director

Requirements

• Must comply with NEKCA policies if hired
• Staff will be required to authorize and pass NEKCA's criminal background check process
• Minimum of a Child Development Associate credential or Child Care Certificate with 2 years of experience working with groups of young children or be enrolled in a program leading to an AA or BA degree is required
• At least 18 years of age
• Experience working with young children in a group setting preferred
• Work effectively as a team member
• Sufficient transportation to meet job requirements
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to be actively engaged in a continuing process of professional development
• Obtain CPR certification and First Aid within six months of employment

NEKCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Provider
All new and rehired employees and all current employees who have transferred or been promoted to a new position will be placed on a 6-month Trial Service Period.
All NEKCA staff contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.