JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the ultimate direction of the Child Care Site Supervisor, the Child Care Teacher Assistant is responsible to assist the Child Care Teacher in the planning and implementation of a program for social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. A Child Care Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting in the daily provision of activities and establishing a healthy routine for a group of children in the child care program. He/she/they assists in providing age appropriate daily activities and a positive framework for a safe and enriching classroom environment.
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working.
- Assists the Child Care Teacher with preparation, implementation and evaluation of the classroom activities and curriculum as a whole as well as specific activities.
- Cares for children’s physical needs, which may involve lifting and carrying very young children.
- Assists in maintaining an environment that is safe, healthy, orderly and appealing.
- Shares with the Child Care Teacher observations and insights relating to specific children in the group.
- Alerts the Child Care Teacher to children with special needs, to problems, incidents and emergencies to ensure appropriate intervention is taken.
- Develops and maintains a cooperative working relationship with child care parents and guardians.
- Assists in planning and implementing educational and recreational family activities that meet varying client needs.
- Reports to the Child Care Teacher the need for supplies, materials, equipment and repairs.
- Participates effectively in supervisory conferences and staff meetings
- Assists with other related responsibilities as assigned.
- Maintains self in professional manner at all times and adheres to The Neighborhood Center policy, procedures and Agency Mission Statement
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A High School Diploma or its equivalent
Or
- One (1) year experience working with children less than 13 years of age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Utica, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
