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Teacher AssistantEssex County College • Newark, NJ, US
Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant

Essex County College • Newark, NJ, US
30+ days ago
Salary
$15.49 hourly
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Child Development Center or designee, the Teacher Assistant is to assist one or more Group Teachers with the daily activities of the Centry as directed.

Please Note: Essex County College does not provide visa sponsorship of any kind. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Compensation :
This position offers a competitive starting salary of $15.49.

Join a collaborative, mission-driven college community dedicated to student success and academic excellence. Supervisory Role Oral and written instructions are received from the Director of the Child Development Center, or designee. The Teacher Assistant may supervise student workers. Duties & Responsibilities
  • Assist teachers in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment that assures the safety and wellbeing of the children in his/her care.
  • Assist with planning and implementing activities developmentally appropriate and in accordance with the philosophy, practices and curriculum objectives of the Center.
  • Maintain on a daily basis open communication with parents. Provide input for bi-annual assessment of children’s development.
  • Observe and report any suspect abuse or questionable behaviors and maintain anecdotal records and accident reports in accordance to established policies and procedures.
  • Attend in-service and staff meetings. Adhere to professional development requirements of the Center.
  • Ensure adherence with applicable licensing regulations, and compliance with institutional regulations, policies and procedures and the Center’s written work plan.
  • Ensure adherence with basic principles of early childhood development as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and security of student, staff, children and client records.
  • Prepare routine, special and ancillary reports as required.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and
functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.
Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
● Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
● Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of
time.
● Move between buildings.
● Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.
● Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
along with the ability to focus vision.
● Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and
vocabulary.
● Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle
objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers,
keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.
● Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift. Additional Requirements Minimum Qualifications Minimum Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) certification.
  • Experience working with pre-school children.
  • Must demonstrate a high degree of reliability and flexibility.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Minimum Education Requirements High School Diploma Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.) CDA Certification Preferred Qualifications Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities
  • Earned crels or current enrollment in college courses in Early Childhood Education or related area.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of early childhood development as defined by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
  • Ability to work an extended schedule, including evenings and weekends, according to demands of the role and tasks.
Education Requirements Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)
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