Teaching Assistant Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center- 2 yr old room

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation is hiring a Teaching Assistant for a two-year-old classroom in Columbus, IN. The position requires availability from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

and 29.5 hours per week, less than 12 months per year. The TA will support the lead teacher with meal prep, diapers, daily reports, attendance, and safe, nurturing activities. Responsibilities include planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences, monitoring children, maintaining a positive

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• CDA or Associates in Early Childhood preferred.
• Clear BCSC criminal background check required.
• Willingness to complete TB testing, drug screening, digital fingerprinting, and health physical.
• CPR/First Aid training required.

Responsibilities

• Providing support for the lead teacher.
• Assisting the lead teacher in planning, scheduling and implementing the daily program of appropriate developmental experiences for a classroom group of children.
• Monitoring and supervising the children.
• Assisting the lead teacher in maintaining a safe and positive environment.
• Cultivating relationships with children, parents, and guardians.
• Preparing and serving meals and snacks.
• Adhering to diaper changing procedures.
• Participating in staff meetings, trainings, conferences, workshops and other career development activities.
• Completing continuing education hours per State requirements each year.
• Maintaining a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere for staff and children.

Education

High School diploma

CDA or Associates in Early Childhood

Job description

Summary

Open position for TA in a two year old classroom. Applicant must be available to work between hours of 7:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Position would be for 29.5 hours per week.

The teaching assistant will work closely with the lead teacher in conducting daily duties such as preparing and serving meals, changing diapers, assisting with daily reports, recording attendance, engaging in play, assisting to put children to sleep, and creating a safe environment.

Qualification

• High School diploma required
• Prefer applicant to have CDA or Associates in Early Childhood
• Must have a clear BCSC criminal background check
• Applicant must be willing to have TB testing, drug screening, digital fingerprinting, and submit a health physical upon employment
• Applicant must agree to attend CPR/First Aid training

Physical And Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Position may require lifting 50 lbs
• Requires standing possibly 90% of hours worked
• Moving between sitting and standing frequently while playing with the children

Essential Job Functions

• Providing support for the lead teacher.
• Assisting the lead teacher in planning, scheduling and implementing the daily program of appropriate developmental experiences for a classroom group of children
• Monitoring and supervising the children.
• Assisting the lead teacher in maintaining a safe and positive environment.
• Cultivating relationships with children, parents, and guardians
• Preparing and serving meals and snacks
• Adhering to diaper changing procedures
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, conferences, workshops and other career development and professional activities
• Complete continuing education hours per State requirements each year
• Maintain a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere for staff and children

Terms Of Employment

Less than 12 month
5.9 Hours per day
Grade 6 on Classified Staff Salary Matrix
Other conditions and stipulations as listed in the classified staff handbook
Starting Hourly Rate Placement: $17.07-18.47 based on experience
An additional $1 per hour will be paid from referendum funds
Hiring Manager: Liz Stroh - [e-mail]
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