Engaging Early Childhood Classroom Assistant

United Counseling Service; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

United Counseling Service in Bennington, Vermont, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the classroom under the Teacher and Education Manager. You will help create a welcoming, secure environment for children and assist in involving families in educational activities.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, supervising play, maintaining records, coordinating field trips, and assisting with data for assessments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A CDA or AA in early childhood education is preferred or active enrollment in a CDA/AA program within 2 years.
• Ability to work with parents and support classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in planning daily activities and preparing materials.
• Supervise play, direct group activities, and support children’s self-care.
• Maintain classroom environment and assist with field trips and off-site experiences.
• Engage families, schedule meetings, and involve parents in classroom activities.
• Maintain attendance records and observations for assessments; enter data as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Recordkeeping

Parental involvement

Observation & reporting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDA or AA in early childhood education

Enrolled in CDA/AA program within 2 years of start date

Job description

United Counseling Service in Bennington, Vermont, is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support the classroom under the Teacher and Education Manager. You will help create a welcoming, secure environment for children and assist in involving families in educational activities.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, supervising play, maintaining records, coordinating field trips, and assisting with data for assessments.