MERCED- TEACHER ASSISTANT

Job Description

Job Description

Description : TYPICAL DUTIES :

• Asist assigned supervisor in the teaching of a group of children;
• Tells stories and leads songs;
• Demonstrates and discusses proper etiquette and cleanliness during mealtime with the children;
• Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch and snacks, change diapers and toilet training as required.
• Assists in the child evaluation process and preparing reports
• Participates in parent conferences;
• Maintains order; helps move furniture and prepare classrooms;
• May relieve culinary or custodial personnel on an as needed basis;
• Attends staff meetings and in-services training sessions;
• Assists in the recruitment processes;
• Maintains client confidentiality and excellent customer service; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and or training :

Experience

Six months of paid or volunteer experience working with young children. Knowledge of child behavior and basic methods used in supervising children’s activities, ability to relate to children and adults, follow oral and written directions, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, teachers and administrators.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS : ;

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME-Local 2703), AFL-CIO represents this position under an Agency agreement.

EMPLOYEE MUST KEEP PERMITS AND / OR CREDENTIALS CURRENT AND MAINTAIN EDUCATION