Circle Preschool Program Therapeutic Classroom Aide/Teaching Assistant

Acquire4Hire LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational services is seeking a Therapeutic Classroom Aide/Teaching Assistant for its Circle Preschool Program. The role involves supporting the Lead Teacher in delivering educational and therapeutic interventions to preschoolers aged 3-6. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant experience, with a focus on fostering communication and social skills in children facing challenges.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

403b plan with matching

Paid sick, holiday, and annual leave

YMCA Corporate Membership

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma; an associate’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Experience working with preschool children (ages 3-5) is required.
• Willingness to learn therapeutic skills for behaviorally challenged preschoolers.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate classroom experiences with the Director and Lead Teacher.
• Assist children with arrival routines and peer interactions.
• Support children in independently using the restroom and developing social skills.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Behavior Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree or Higher

Job description

Circle Preschool Program Therapeutic Classroom Aide/Teaching Assistant

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Base pay range

$34,000.00/yr - $36,000.00/yr

Summary

General Description: The primary responsibility of the Circle Preschool Program Therapeutic Classroom Aide/Teaching Assistant is to support the CPP Lead Teacher, Program Director, and Clinical Services Coordinator in service delivery within the classroom. They will facilitate educational and therapeutic components of classroom intervention.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a team of clinical social workers, early childhood and special educators, a speech pathologist, and an occupational therapist. The team works with children aged 3-6 years to develop social, emotional, regulation, relational, early literacy, math, and early executive function skills. This facilitation occurs in a therapeutic setting for children experiencing chronic stressors, high adverse childhood experiences, and trauma. The goal is to support each child's capacity to regulate and relate to others, fostering interactions, resiliency, and skill development.

Greater Richmond SCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SCAN does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or ability.

Duties

• Educational and Therapeutic Interventions: Co-facilitate classroom experiences with the Director and Lead Teacher, implementing interventions based on children’s studies-focused learning plans.
• School Routines: Assist children with arrival routines, including regulation, area selection, sharing, and peer interactions.
• Autonomy: Support children in independently using the restroom, regulating eating and conversation during mealtimes, dressing independently, and using sensory-motor areas to develop various skills.
• Interactions: Help children maintain regulation, communicate ideas, share materials, transition during activities, and develop social skills.
• Outdoor Learning: Engage with children during community walks, playground time, and gardening, encouraging communication and regulation.
• Rest Time: Assist children in regulating into rest during nap times.
• Portfolios: Document and update portfolios with photos, work samples, and plans for each child.
• Classroom Tasks: Perform daily tasks such as setting up learning materials, cleaning, disinfecting, preparing supplies, and sterilizing water bottles.

Requirements

Minimum of a High School diploma; an associate’s degree or higher is preferred. Experience working with preschool children (ages 3-5) is required. Willingness and openness to learn therapeutic skills for behaviorally challenged preschoolers and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including SCAN staff, VCU interns, and YWCA Sprout School staff.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance; 403b plan with matching; employee assistance program; paid sick, holiday, and annual leave; YMCA Corporate Membership.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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