Teacher Assistant

Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County, Inc.; Village of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support the Head Start Program operations in Hempstead, New York. You'll supervise children while assisting the Teacher in maintaining records and planning lessons.

The ideal candidate will exhibit warmth and understanding while working with diverse children, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and ideally have a Child Development Associate Credential. The position requires effective communication and a commitment to the educational growth of children.

Qualifications

• Must be vaccinated.
• Good health is required.
• Show warmth and understanding with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Teacher in supervising children in the classroom.
• Support the ongoing growth of all children in care.
• Maintain children's records and plan lessons.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential

Job description

The Economic Opportunity Commission is the designated anti-poverty agency in Nassau County; an innovative Community Action Agency devoted to facilitating and strengthening basic social relationships between individuals families, and social organizations

For over 50 years, the EOC of Nassau County Inc., has provided programs and services to low-income Nassau County residents. During the past year, approximately 41,000 unduplicated low-income children, youth, individuals, and families accessed EOC Programs and services. As a Community Action Agency, the EOC of Nassau County, Inc., is a direct support for the County's residents who live at or below the federal poverty level. This includes those who are recognized as "working poor".

Job Description

• Assist the Teacher in supervising children in the classroom, all Head Start Program areas (inclusive of bathrooms) and outdoor play areas; during the day-to-day program operations. Consistently maintaining ongoing accountability and supervision of children in care.
• Support the ongoing social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of all children in care.
• Assist the Teacher in maintaining children’s records and planning lessons based on individual and group needs.
• Cooperating with all staff personnel in protecting the health, safety, and well-being of children.
• Assist at parent meetings and other meetings regarding child development.
• Assist Teacher in implementing all of the Head Start School Readiness Domains (that are aligned with Early Learning Standards) to increase child outcomes in early learning and successfully prepare children for transitioning into the kindergarten setting.
• Participate in scheduled workshops, in-service trainings and formal trainings (both individual and small group as required or requested).
• To carry out Head Start Performance Standards in accordance with all discipline areas.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the CEO/Executive Director or Senior Management and all program activities as it relates to the Mission of the Agency.
• In accordance with the Head Start Performance standards 1302.91, is willing to participate and benefit from Intensive Practice Based Coaching to enhance and strengthen Professional Development and Teaching Practices in the classroom setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be vaccinated
• Prior experience or knowledge working with young children.
• High School Diploma or GED. Current Child Development Associate (CDA) or enrolled in CDA Class and will obtain credential
• Show warmth and understanding in working with children and adults of all ethnic background.
• Ability to work well in team relationship (i.e. Teacher, Family Service Worker, Supervisor.)
• Good health
• Ability to speak effectively.
• Ability to write effectively.
• Interested in learning.
• Ability to complete the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credentialing Program.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.