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EHS Teacher Aide - Substitute
Job Details
Job Location: Schenectady-Bigelow - Schenectady, NY
Position Type: Per Diem
Education Level: High School/GED
Salary Range: $15.84 - $15.84 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Education
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Works closely with Teachers in the management of Early Head Start classrooms by providing quality infant-toddler care in accordance with Agency philosophy, program performance standards and curriculum guidelines.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Use daily routines and observations to meet the strengths and needs of children.
- Work as a team member to facilitate the programs curriculum, procedures and philosophy.
- Assist in the implementation of weekly program plans as needed.
- Help establish a safe environment and a positive emotional tone that is supportive of the individual childs feelings by interacting with them in a supportive way.
- Maintain a welcoming atmosphere that will encourage and facilitate ongoing parent participation and involvement.
- Participate in staff training according to program staff training plan and policies.
- Report any suspected injuries immediately to classroom staff.
- Learn and appropriately apply the program curricula to each child.
- Maintain punctuality in all interactions with children, parents, coworkers and volunteers.
- Interact positively with and provide choices to children during meal and nap times.
- Care for program equipment and supplies safely and cost effectively.
- Assist in classroom cleanup and follow universal precautions daily.
- Assist children in transitioning during day when needed.
- Assist children in safely exiting from Center during fire drills and any hazardous situations.
- Adhere to agency and program standards regarding child and families confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma
- Demonstrated knowledge and skill in an infant-toddler preferred
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Must have flexibility in hours available
Qualifications
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