Early Childhood Educator Teacher Assistant

FREMONT RE-2 SCHOOL DISTRICT; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Teacher Assistant to join their preschool team. In this rewarding role, you will support the educational and emotional development of young children, ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment. Your responsibilities will include assisting with classroom management, planning learning activities, and collaborating with parents and staff to promote student growth. If you have a passion for early childhood education and a desire to make a positive impact in the lives of young learners, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and fosters a nurturing atmosphere for both students and staff.

Benefits

Fringe Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must meet state licensing requirements for Early Childhood Teacher Assistant.
• Background in working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom management and student assessments.
• Implement developmentally appropriate practices in preschool.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Early Childhood Education Certification

Job description

Early Childhood Educator Teacher Assistant JobID: 1164

• Position Type:
  Support Staff
  
  
• Date Posted:
  1/9/2025
  
  
• Location:
  Fremont Elementary Preschool
  
  

Fremont Re-2 Classified Job Description

EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER ASSISTANT

Location: Re-2 Preschool (Housed in the Elementary schools)

Title of Supervisor: Director of Early Childhood

Salary Range: Early Childhood Educator Salary Schedule

Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on Fremont Re-2 Agreement

Status: Non-exempt Employee – Classified Employee

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• Must meet the minimum state licensing requirements for Early Childhood Teacher Assistant/Aide, as per the Colorado Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing Division OR be able to complete minimum requirements within the first year of employment
• High School Diploma

PREFERRED:

• Background in working with children.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in working with 3 to 6 year old students
• Demonstrated previous experience working with students with special needs including but not limited to Autism in an inclusive model
• Demonstrated willingness to work with the team concept
• Demonstrated willingness to attend and participate in school and district professional development activities
• Demonstrated flexibility in work settings
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality

DUTIES:

• Ensure developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) occur through an "active learning" approach and in compliance with the Colorado Department of Quality Standards for Early Childhood Programs when implementing the district curriculum
• Assist with overall classroom management to meet the social and emotional needs of students enrolled
• Assist with student assessments, including but not limited to Teaching Strategies Gold
• Assist with planning, preparing and carrying out student learning opportunities based on current and ongoing knowledge of individual student needs and the goals of the preschool program
• Assist with adapting the curriculum and explicit/direct instruction to meet the needs of Individual children identified for special education services: work with children individually or in small groups; attend special education meetings to support the development of classroom activities when requested
• Work cooperatively with team members to engage families and parents in Family Partnership Events, parent-teacher conferences, and other assigned/created parent events
• Help develop action plans when necessary and work with children to achieve independent self-help skills to include toileting, potty-training, and diapering as needed, and assist students with preparing for and taking part in classroom snacks/meals
• Recognize the needs of young children and interact with all stakeholders in a spirit of respect, courtesy, and confidence
• Function as a preschool team member, take appropriate measures to communicate expectations effectively, offer solutions for work problems, and take action for self-improvement
• Demonstrate understanding of job responsibilities, model appropriate team leadership skills, maintain consistent attendance and punctuality to work, appropriate appearance and dress, and observe established safety and health standards
• Teach and interact with students in order to effectively provide early childhood education/intervention services in a multiage and inclusive preschool setting
• Work cooperatively with parents, colleagues, and administrators
• Where applicable, oversee the day-to-day operation of the classroom such as responding to student behaviors, addressing parent concerns, entering student attendance data in the district student information system, ensuring compliance with licensing (both for the classroom and for individual requirements; i.e., up-to-date qualifications), health and fire regulations for preschool programs, etc.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by building and program administration

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Early Childhood Teacher Assistant functions as a member of the Preschool teaching team. The Educator applies research-based knowledge of child development and the stages of learning for preschoolers to promote student growth and achievement at a rate appropriate to age and stage of development. The Teacher Assistant assists with organizing and maintaining a learning environment along with varied learning experiences conducive to social/emotional, cognitive, and physical, language, literacy, and mathematical development for preschool age children. Responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment, and conferencing collaboratively with parents and co-workers and assist when children need feeding, and changing of diapers. The Teacher Assistant performs any and all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by building and program administrators.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

In an 8-hour workday, this job requires:

Rarely (Less than 0.5 hr per day) Occasionally (0.5-2.5 hr per day) Frequently (2.5- 5.5 hrs per day)

Standing Frequently

Pushing/Pulling up to 120 lbs Occasionally

Walking Frequently

Climbing Rarely

Lifting under 10 lbs Frequently

Balancing Occasionally

10-25 lbs Frequently

Stooping Frequently

25-60 lbs Occasionally

Kneeling Occasionally

61-75 lbs Rarely

Crouching Occasionally

76-100 lbs Never

Crawling Occasionally

Carrying under 10 lbs Frequently

Reaching Frequently

10-25 lbs Frequently

Handling Frequently

26-60 lbs Occasionally

Fingering Occasionally

61-75 lbs Rarely

Use of telephone Occasionally

76-100 lbs Never

Keyboarding skills Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work is performed in a typical classroom environment.