FLOATING TEACHER ASSISTANT

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Floating Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities and ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. In this vital role, you will assist teachers in planning educational activities, documenting children's growth, and maintaining classroom records. You will also engage with parents and volunteers to enhance the learning environment. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on children's development while working in a collaborative and supportive setting. If you're passionate about early childhood education and eager to contribute, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or enroll in CDA program or early childhood coursework.
• Ability to read and write sufficiently to maintain proper records.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in planning and implementing educational activities.
• Document observations and individual activities of children.
• Encourage and coordinate parent and volunteer involvement.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Early Childhood Coursework

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Glassboro Head Start S04 - Glassboro, NJ

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Description

JOB FUNCTION: Assist the Head or Group Teacher in carrying out those activities which will ensure that the classroom meets the Head Start Performance Standards and State Licensing Regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. The Floating Teacher Assistant will be available to assist in all centers with assisting the teacher in planning and implementing educational activities in the classroom and interact with children in a developmentally appropriate manner. Assist the Teacher in the development and implementation of individualized plans for children.
2. Assist the Teacher in observing, screening, assessing, and documenting children's growth and development. Document observations and individual activities in blue books.
3. Assist in carrying out administrative duties as delegated by the teacher.
4. Assume Teacher responsibilities in the absence of the Teacher.
5. Prepare and maintain appropriate records or reports. This may include maintaining daily attendance records of children and managing records of classroom in-kind. Submit accurate records of in-kind on a monthly basis.
6. Participate in weekly Center staff meetings and all other meetings as requested. Attend training and workshops.
7. Encourage and coordinate parent and volunteer involvement. Accompany Teacher in making educational Home Visits and Parent/Teacher conferences as requested by Teacher. Coordinate classroom volunteer program.
8. Any other Head Start task as delegated by Teacher or management.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) or enroll immediately in CDA program or immediately enroll in early childhood coursework leading to an associate or bachelor degree.
2. Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
3. Must have a car available on a daily basis.
4. Must be able to read and write sufficiently to maintain proper records.