Teacher Assistant

Community Action Organization Of Western New York; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Action Organization Of Western New York is seeking a dedicated child care educator in Buffalo to work with teachers, families, and staff to create a safe, stimulating learning environment for young children.

You will supervise children, help with daily activities, coordinate with the lead teacher, greet families, and support mealtime, transitions, and classroom routines while promoting positive behavior and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or state certificate meeting CDA requirements.
• For Early Head Start, CDA in infant development.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to foster a positive learning environment.
• Commitment to partnering with families.
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Greet children and parents upon arrival and escorts children to and from the bus.
• Work closely with the lead teacher with tasks and carrying out the educational program.
• Model a positive work ethic for parents and staff.
• Involved in mealtime with the children, assist with the serving of meals, nutrition supplements, and clean up.
• Assist children with academic, play activities, and gauge the level of support needed for the least restrictive environment.
• Help children create and maintain relationships with peers.
• Help children with personal care needs.
• Maintains the room equipment and materials.
• Assist in the preparation of the classroom and materials for classroom work.
• Encourage parental involvement in classroom activities and program events.
• Perform related work as required by the agency in providing services to children and families.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Excellent communication and Interperos

Organizational skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Positive reinforcement and behavior

Teamwork and parent collaboration

Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

CDA infant development (Early Head Start)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Buffalo, NY 14214

Salary Range: $18.20 - $18.20 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

This position works collaboratively with other teachers, family members, and staff to create a safe and stimulating learning environment for young children.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor children at all times.
• Establish a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Greet children and parents upon arrival and escorts children to and from the bus.
• Works closely with the lead teacher with tasks and carrying out the educational program.
• Models a positive work ethic for parents and staff.
• Involved in mealtime with the children, assist with the serving of meals, nutrition supplements, and clean up.
• Assist children with academic, play activities, and gauge the level of support needed for the least restrictive environment .
• Help children create and maintain relationships with peers.
• Help children with personal care needs.
• Maintains the room equipment and materials.
• Assist in the preparation of the classroom and materials for classroom work.
• Encourage parental involvement in classroom activities and program events.
• Perform related work as required by the agency in providing services to children and families.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a state awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential
• For Early Head Start – Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in infant development

Skills and Abilities

• Passion for working with children to create a positive learning environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• Must be flexible and able to adjust to changing circumstances.
• Use positive reinforcement and redirection techniques to manage classroom behavior.
• Provide emotional support and foster a positive, supportive environment
• Ability to work well with others • Communicate with parents, build partnerships and involve families in the child’s learning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Physical Demands:

Physical Demands

• Active listening, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Perform moderate to vigorous activity with children.
• Must be able to tolerate loud to moderate noise.
• Prolonged standing and sitting
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and sit on the floor
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds

Application Requirements:

• CAO Employment application
• NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearance
• Criminal Record Certification and free of criminal convictions of crimes against children (misdemeanor or felony)
• Fingerprinting required.
• Release for Reference Checks
• Must pass a physical examination by a CAO physician at no cost to applicant

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.