Teacher Assistant/Floater

Purpose of the position: To assist head teachers with providing quality childcare to all classroom children in accordance with developmentally appropriate practice.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage classroom materials and equipment on a daily basis.


• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom and outdoor play environment according to Department of Health guidelines.


• Assist the Head Teacher with classroom management and adherence to classroom schedule.


• Attend to the physical needs of children in a caring and kind manner.


• Directly supervise the activities of the children under the direction of the Head Teacher.


• Assist with the implementation of individualized curriculum plans.


• Assist each child with the activities and classroom routines of the day.


• Assist Head Teacher with developing curriculum plans based upon observations and assessments of each child in the classroom.


• To build positive relationships and effectively communicate achievements and concerns with the families of children in their care.


• Assist with the implementation of each child’s Individualized Family Service Plan or Individualized Education Plan when applicable.


• Contribute to a positive, pleasant and emotionally supportive classroom atmosphere for each child and family in the program.


• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of High School diploma and CDA.

Relationship with others:

• Work closely with all members of the center staff to provide comprehensive services to all families enrolled in the center.


• In addition, employees need to possess the following characteristics:




• Be team players


• Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences present among staff and the families that are served within the center.


• Possess a strong belief in people’s ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with families served by the center.


• Have a willingness to learn and implement current approaches in the Early Childhood Development field.