Substitute Teacher Assistant- Long Term Coverage

Ceoempowers; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CEO’s Head Start/UPK program in Troy, NY seeks a Substitute Preschool Teacher Assistant to provide temporary classroom coverage in UPK classrooms at Troy City School District School 12. The role involves planning and delivering a daily education program that aligns with Head Start and UPK standards.

You will use positive guidance, foster an inclusive, supportive classroom, and complete required paperwork such as meals counts, attendance, and assessments to support each child’s learning and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience working with preschool aged children.
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for VISA Sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Promote children’s development and learning through Head Start standards and UPK regulations; assist with curriculum implementation and lesson plan preparation.
• Use positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect behavior per policies.
• Build positive relationships with staff, families, and children; create an inclusive classroom that respects diversity and dual language learners.
• Assist with completion of required paperwork including meals counts, attendance, daily health logs, etc.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Substitute Teacher Assistant- Long Term Coverage

Head Start Full Time Troy, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2816

Salary Range: $17.00 To $18.00 Hourly

Overview of CEO:

CEO is a Community Action Agency committed to making a positive impact by supporting our customers, colleagues, and community. We are looking for individuals who share and demonstrate our core values of Helping Others, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, and Teamwork. Through our wide range of programs and services, CEO works to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve.

Overview of Team:

CEO’s Early Head Start/Head Start program creates partnerships and develops opportunities for social and economic growth and empowerment in individuals, families, and communities. We are a federally funded program that provides comprehensive early childhood services to children aged 6 weeks to age 5 and families throughout Rensselaer County.

Position Summary:

CEO is seeking a substitute preschool Teacher Assistant to provide temporary classroom coverage in our Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) classrooms at Troy City School District School 12. This position will plan and implement a daily education program for preschool aged children that integrates all components of the Head Start and UPK standards.

Job Description:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Promote children’s development and learning through the utilization of the Head Start Performance Standards and Early Learning Outcome Framework, and UPK regulations. Assist with the implementation of the program curriculum and preparation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Use positive guidance strategies to teach, encourage, and redirect behavior utilizing established behavior management policies and procedures.
• Build positive relationships with staff members, families and children. Create a classroom environment that is welcoming and respects individual differences and diversity, including dual language learners.

Assist with the completion of all required paperwork including meals counts, attendance, daily health logs, etc. in a timely manner. Complete lesson plans, individualization goals, anecdotal records and assessments, as required.

Utilize daily routines such as diapering, toilet training, hand washing, mealtime, transitions and playground time to promote learning and meaningful conversations with young children.

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgement concerning confidential information.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience working with preschool aged children
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without the need for VISA Sponsorship

Compensation:

• $17-$18 per hour- 35 hours a week
• This position is temporary and is not benefit eligible.

Please note: applicants for this position will be required to complete standard background clearances. We are proud to be an EEO employer.