Dynamic Preschool Teaching Assistant

Community-Action-Partnership-of-Cambria-Count; Conemaugh Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community-Action-Partnership-of-Cambria-Count is seeking a dedicated childcare professional to support early learning programs in Pennsylvania. The role focuses on supervision, active learning, and safe transportation routines.

Responsibilities include implementing Creative Curriculum, maintaining records, conducting home visits, and coordinating with families. Requirements include CDA or related degree, PA driver's license, and background clearances.

Qualifications

• Requires CDA credential or completion of at least 2 years of postsecondary study with 60 college credits; Associate degree or higher is required.
• Current PA driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must obtain Child Abuse, PA State Police, FBI Fingerprinting and NSOR Clearances prior to starting employment.
• Vaccination requirements as per funding sources.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all children are supervised and never left unattended in all settings (facility, transport, playground, or outings).
• Assists in establishing an active learning environment.
• Assists with Teaching Strategies Gold On-line data entry three times per program year.
• Maintains a positive learning environment and engages in positive adult-child interactions.
• Observes and assesses children to support lesson planning.
• Encourages parent participation and conducts home visits and conferences.
• Performs health routines and follows emergency procedures as needed.
• Keeps and updates required records and screenings within 45 days of service.
• Acts as teacher in absence and assists with bus duty and child monitoring.
• Follows confidentiality and program procedures; participates in trainings.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Proficient communication

Public interaction

Outcome-based services

Creative Curriculum

State Learning Standards

CLASS knowledge

Pediatric First Aid/CPR

Education

CDA credential

Associate degree or higher

60 college credits

Job description

Community-Action-Partnership-of-Cambria-Count is seeking a dedicated childcare professional to support early learning programs in Pennsylvania. The role focuses on supervision, active learning, and safe transportation routines.

Responsibilities include implementing Creative Curriculum, maintaining records, conducting home visits, and coordinating with families. Requirements include CDA or related degree, PA driver's license, and background clearances.