Teacher Assistant - PreK Counts

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit PreK Counts Teacher Assistants positions are to support classrooms serving children ages 3-5 within the Office of Early Childhood Services.

These full-time roles provide classroom assistance with a schedule of 7 hours per day, 194 days per year, in locations across Montgomery County, PA. The starting hourly wage ranges from $19.94 to $21.08 depending on education credentials, with comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma; Credential of Competency upon hire.
• Ability to interact with and relate to young children and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Must obtain original clearances (State Police, Child Abuse Registry, PDE FBI).

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher by performing essential classroom tasks.
• Supervise and accompany students during activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Support students in small groups or one-on-one instructional activities.

Skills

Child interaction

Stamina

Clearance process

Credential of Competency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree or CDA

Job description

PreK Counts Teacher Assistants to work within the Office of Early Childhood Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit. These full-time positions provide classroom support to children ages 3-5 years old.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associate's Degree preferred, High School Diploma required (must obtain Credential of Competency upon hire).
• Ability to perform the following physical activities: stoop, run, sit, stand, walk, bend, lift children, carry thirty (30) pounds, be outside in all seasons, be inside, prepare food, hear within normal ranges, and see within normal ranges.
• Ability to work with and relate to young children and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, the Child Abuse Registry and PDE FBI.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher by performing essential classroom tasks
• Help to supervise and accompany students during activities within and outside the classroom
• Aid the teacher by working with the students in small groups or on an individual basis in various instructional and learning activities.

Location

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit PreK Counts program has classrooms located throughout Montgomery County, PA. More information on the PreK Counts program can be found at https://mciu.org/office-of-early-childhood-services/pre-k-counts/.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7 hours/day, 10 months (194 days/year)

Hourly Rate

• Starting at $19.94/hour for High School Diploma/CDA/Associate's Degree (non-Early Childhood Education related)
• Starting at $21.08/hour for Associate's Degree (Early Childhood Education related)

Why Should You Apply?

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

How To Apply

Applications can be submitted online at mciu.org/careers (Job ID: 1720). Please contact the Human Resources Office at [e-mail] or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Key Words

Education

Preschool

School District

Montgomery County