Teacher Assistant- Kendalville

Brightpoint; Kendallville (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in community services is looking for a Teacher Assistant in Kendallville. This full-time role involves supporting educators in creating enriching learning experiences for preschool children, ensuring their safety and encouraging personal growth. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and are expected to acquire CDA certification within two years.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must obtain CDA certification within 2 years.
• Two years' experience with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing classroom materials and quality learning experiences.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to achieve positive outcomes.
• Implement developmental assessment for each child.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

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POSITION: Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant

LOCATION: Allen Co & Kendallville

HOURS: 40 hours/week, school year positions available

SALARY RANGE: $18.37/hr

Job Duties

The Assistant Teacher assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans providing quality learning experiences for young children assisting in the implementation of methods that promote independence, curiosity, decision making, cooperation, persistence, creativity, and problem solving in young children.

• Must work collaboratively with the Teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities
• Ensure a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active and encouraged toward self-discipline, and self-motivation
• Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)
• Assists the teacher to implement the developmental assessment for each child
• Plan and assist the Teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities
• Guide the child's behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem
• Responsible for implementing Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
• Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Must obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within two (2) years of employment.
• Two years' experience working with preschool children preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must become CPR and First Aide Certified within twelve (12) months of hire
• When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance
  
  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT, HR Dept. at EXT. 206 or 255

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED -227 E WASHINGTON BLVD., FT WAYNE, IN

8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., MONDAY - THURSDAY AND 8:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M., FRIDAY

OR VIA THE INTERNET AT www.mybrightpoint.org

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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