Teacher Aide (Tremont Child Care Center)

The Salvation Army; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army seeks a Teacher Aide to work under the supervision of the Group Teacher and Educational Director, supporting safety and the day-to-day classroom program in line with DOH and DOE regulations.

The role involves assisting in planning educational activities, maintaining records, coordinating with families, and supporting recruitment efforts to increase center enrollment. A high school diploma is required, with working towards a CDA preferred.

Qualifications

• Must meet the requirements set by the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Education (DOE) and The Salvation Army.
• High school diploma and either have or be working towards a CDA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in accordance with DOH/DOE regulations to ensure safety and a well-functioning program.
• Plan and implement a classroom program addressing educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group and each child.
• Participate in discussions to set educational goals appropriate to each child’s age and development.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date written records on children’s progress according to policy.
• Share information about the children and program with parents/caregivers as approved.
• Maintain classroom furniture, equipment and materials in good condition.
• Collaborate with other staff on routine program duties.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents/caregivers and Salvation Army colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings and professional development.
• Assist in recruitment activities to increase enrollment in the centers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervision

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

CDA (in progress or completed)

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Group Teacher and the Educational Director, the Teacher Aide shall be responsible for working within the framework of The Salvation Army and carrying out its functions, policies and procedures, observing the schedules in the center and adhering to its established personnel policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in appropriately supervising children at all times according to DOH and DOE regulations to facilitate safety and optimal program functioning.
• Assist in planning and executing a program within the classroom that meets the educational, social, developmental and health needs of the group and the individual child.
• Participate in discussions to develop educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of each child.
• As necessary, assist in keeping accurate and up to date written records on children's progress according to DOE, DOH and Salvation Army policy.
• Adhere to the approved plan by which information concerning the children and program can be shared with parents/caregivers.
• Assist in keeping classroom furniture, equipment and materials accessible and in good condition.
• Share with other classroom personnel the performance of routine chores related to all areas of the program.
• Maintain good working relationships with parents/caregivers and Salvation Army colleagues.
• Participate in staff meetings, mandatory trainings and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in recruitment activities to increase enrollment in the centers.
• Other duties as assigned, consistent with the above and according to programmatic needs.

Qualifications

• The Teacher Aide shall meet the requirements set by the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Education (DOE) and The Salvation Army.
• The Teacher Aide must have a high school diploma and either have or be working towards a CDA.