Preschool Substitute Teacher Assistant — Play-Based Learning

Paylocity; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Astor Services is hiring Substitute Preschool Teacher Assistants to support Head Start, a federally funded program delivering early learning, health and family well-being services to 3 and 4-year-olds. The teacher assistant will support instruction, supervise children, and participate in ongoing assessments in a classroom setting.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire, and experience with children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to obtain NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Creates a well-organized learning environment for children that conveys a welcoming, trusting, and safe environment.
• Understands and incorporates the principles of play-based learning.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management, including responsibility for supervision of all children.
• Incorporates a variety or experiences in the classroom to individualize and foster the children's emotional, cognitive, language, physical, and self-help skill development.
• Able to work as a team member.
• Provides coverage, as assigned, to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
• Must follow safety and health practices in the daily operation of duties to maintain a safe learning environment.

Skills

Team player

Desire to learn

Can-do attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Astor Services is hiring Substitute Preschool Teacher Assistants to support Head Start, a federally funded program delivering early learning, health and family well-being services to 3 and 4-year-olds. The teacher assistant will support instruction, supervise children, and participate in ongoing assessments in a classroom setting.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, a NYS TA Certification within 6 months of hire, and experience with children.