Part-Time Teaching Assistant II (7:30am-11:30am)

CAP Tulsa; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

CAP Tulsa is seeking a Part-Time Teaching Assistant II for a 7:30am-11:30am schedule at the Skelly site in Tulsa, OK. This role supports the Lead Teacher in creating a stimulating early learning environment for infants to preschoolers and may assume lead duties in the Lead Teacher's absence.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED with a CDA credential (or CDA in progress) and preferred associate degree in Early Childhood Education, with experience in Head Start settings.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED with CDA Credential in process or Para-Professional Certification.
• Preference: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Experience with infants/toddlers/preschoolers; bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in planning and providing a stimulating learning environment.
• Take on lead teacher responsibilities in absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Support classroom activities in Head Start and related standards.
• Assist with lesson plans, home visits, and parent conferences as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation, including reports and attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual preferred

Education

HS Diploma/GED with CDA Credential

Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Position:Part-Time Teaching Assistant II (7:30am-11:30am)

Location: Skelly, Tulsa, OK

Job Id:747

# of Openings:1

Part-Time Teaching Assistant II

JOB SUMMARY

This position will have a part-time schedule (ex. Monday-Friday, 2:30 pm-6:00 pm). Under administrative supervision of the School Leader and/or Assistant School Leader and the day-to-day direction of the assigned Lead Teacher, assist the Lead Teacher in planning and providing a stimulating and comprehensive learning environment for infants, toddlers or pre-school children; assume lead teacher responsibilities in absence of the Lead Teacher; perform activities meeting Federal Early Head Start and Head Start Performance Standard HSPS 1304.21 and any regulatory standard regarding classroom activity.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Comply with the education content mandates of the Head Start Performance Standards, program assessment, and work plans

Assist in the daily operations for the classrooms as a sub and in the Extended Care Program.

May assist peers with developing weekly lesson plans.

Utilize CAP-selected classroom support model to assist with classroom management.

May assist with home visit and parent conferences.

Work cooperatively with all CAP employees, Family Support personnel, volunteers and collaborative partners.

Build and maintain good parent/teacher relationships to encourage parent involvement.

Assist with required documentation including, but not limited to: Monthly Reports, Attendance, Meal Count, Family Contacts and Child Injury Reports.

Complete the Lead Teacher's responsibilities in absence of the Lead Teacher.

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

HS Diploma/GED with Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential (with appropriate endorsement), or in the process of obtaining CDA, or Para-Professional Certification (by education or test).

Preference: Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, or Associates Degree in Family Relations/Child Development or a closely related education based discipline with 6 college courses that equal 18 credit hours in Early Childhood Education. Experience working with infant, toddler or pre-school children. Bilingual preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Must have proven successful interpersonal relationship skills to maintain effective and satisfactory working relationships with intra-department and inter-department staff, vendors, clients, visitors, and contractors.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions with ability to read, interpret, and present information efficiently and effectively.

Must be able to accurately audit records and ensure compliance with written or oral guidelines.

Ability to take initiative, multi-task and work well under pressure.

Must maintain strict confidentiality of extremely sensitive data, records, files, conversations, etc

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee is subject to standing, stooping, walking, lifting, and carrying objects throughout daily job performance. Must be able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds. Regular and reliable attendance is required.