Early Childhood Classroom Support Aide

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Gloster (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Gloster, MS is seeking an entry-level Teacher Assistant to support teaching staff in daily classroom activities and educational programs.

You will help with transitions, supervise children, reinforce rules, and participate in trainings while learning Head Start and state standards. GED or HS diploma with coursework in early childhood is desirable; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• GED/High School Diploma minimum with post high school educational coursework in Early Childhood Education/Development highly desirable.
• Demonstrated classroom ability, typically one year pre-school classroom experience or equivalent.
• Strong communications skills, especially good listening & writing skills.
• Knowledge of typical behaviors/expectations of three- and four-year-old children typically gained through a minimum of one year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Be accessible to all centers as needed upon request by Center Director, Assistant Center Director, or other supervisory staff.
• Serve as acting teacher assistant in the absence of teacher assistance or when required or needed.
• Attend all required orientation, pre-service, in-service trainings, and staff meetings.
• Assist teaching staff in planning and implementing daily classroom activities and educational programs.
• Help each child develop a positive self-image, relationship, and trust.
• Participate in ongoing observation and assessment of children to support individualized learning plans to meet their needs.
• Support smooth classroom transitions (arrival, meals, rest time, and departure) to ensure consistency and structure for children.
• Active supervision of children at all times, ensuring safety protocols.
• Help to maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios at all times.
• Provide individualized support to children during small group and one-on-one activities.
• Reinforce classroom rules, routines, and positive behavior expectations using appropriate guidance techniques.
• Learn and comply with the Head Start Performance Standards, Mississippi licensing requirements and the guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
• Learn and comply with State and Federal observation instruments (ITERS, ECERS).
• Work closely with agency’s staff, parents, volunteers and community to foster coordinated and integrated program services.
• Monitor children’s health and well-being, reporting any concerns or incidents to teaching staff or supervisors immediately.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Writing skills

Education

GED/High School Diploma minimum with post high school educational coursework in Early Childhood Education/Development highly desirable

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Gloster, MS is seeking an entry-level Teacher Assistant to support teaching staff in daily classroom activities and educational programs.

You will help with transitions, supervise children, reinforce rules, and participate in trainings while learning Head Start and state standards. GED or HS diploma with coursework in early childhood is desirable; strong communication and teamwork are essential.