Teacher Assistant-Mosaic Early Learning: Camden (4404)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Center For Family Services' Mosaic Early Learning Program in Camden is seeking an experienced Teacher Assistant to support daily classroom operations, activity planning, and supervision of staff, children, and volunteers. The role emphasizes family involvement, parent/teacher conferences, and maintaining a welcoming learning environment.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma with 2 years of supervisory experience in a classroom, and preferred higher degrees with Early Childhood Credit,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Associates Degree preferred with Early Childhood Credit.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred with Early Childhood Credit.
• 2 years of supervisory experience working in a classroom setting.
• Must meet current Mosaic Early Learning Mandates.
• Maintains First Aid and CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan learning experiences, including field trips, that advance development in a safe, healthy learning environment.
• Provide leadership to staff and promote a sense of agency with co-workers.
• Complete documentation and reports and assure safety of state and federal compliance at all times.
• Complete 15 hours annually of professional development and attend required staff meetings.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

First Aid & CPR

Early Childhood Background

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree with ECE Credit

Bachelors Degree with ECE Credit

Job description

Teacher Assistant-Mosaic Early Learning: Camden (4404)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Center For Family Services' Mosaic Early Learning Program is seeking an experienced, professional Teacher. The Teacher oversees the daily operations of planning, carrying out activities, maintaining the classroom environment and supervising staff, children, parent/teacher conferences, and classroom volunteers. The Teacher encourages the involvement of families and arranges parent/teacher conferences, assists students in completing assignments, works in small groups and supervises children during meal times. Positions are available in our Camden County Locations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Teacher treats colleagues and students as individuals with respect and dignity. This individual promotes and provides culturally competent client care and staff interactions that respond respectfully to the strengths and skills of diverse ethnicities, cultures, and other diversity-related factors. The Teacher plans learning experiences, including field trips, that advance the intellectual and physical development of children while establishing a safe, healthy and organized learning environment. The Teacher provides leadership to staff and promotes a sense of agency with co-workers. They complete documentation and reports and assure the safety of State and Federal compliance at all times. The Teacher completes 15 hours annually of professional development, attends all required staff meetings and activities, reviews progress in professional development and growth objectives with supervisor and discusses any issues only with designated appropriate staff. The Teacher reports any suspected child/elder abuse and neglect per New Jersey's guidelines and conducts self as a role model in interactions with staff, colleagues and funding sources in accordance with Center For Family Services' Code of Ethics.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma required
• Associates Degree preferred with Early Childhood Credit
• Bachelor's Degree preferred with Early Childhood Credit
• 2 years of supervisory experience working in a classroom setting
• Must meet current Mosaic Early Learning Mandates
• Maintains First Aid and CPR certifications

Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services

Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together, our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit the Center For Family Services website atwww.centerffs.org .

Disclaimer

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