Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant

United Counseling Service

Under the direction of the Teacher and/or the Education Manager, the Teacher Assistant helps to create and maintain an atmosphere in the classroom in which children feel welcome, valued, comfortable, and secure. In addition, assists the Teacher in involving parents in educational activities and participates in classroom activities.

• Cooperate with the Teacher to plan a schedule of daily activities, field trips, and special projects. Prepare educational materials and the classroom environment for daily activities. Act as the Teacher in the Teacher’s absence.
• Supervise play activities, participate in activities, and direct small and large group activities. Observe, record, and report children's behavior and play. Assist children with self‑care routines and provide aid to children who experience difficulty or loss of control, intervening when injury may result. Provide active supervision in the classroom, at off‑site experiences, field trips, and on the Head Start bus (Bus Monitor).
• Maintain educational supplies and art materials, monitor equipment and supplies, and cooperate with the teacher to maintain an orderly classroom environment, including clean‑up at mealtime and after playtime.
• Provide childcare during after‑hour parent events at a minimum of two shifts per year. Complete intake forms with parents. Help parents feel comfortable in their role as classroom helpers and involve them in activities and projects. Refer parents’ questions to the Teacher, as appropriate. Schedule meetings and family events after regular hours when needed.
• Help maintain a complete record of each child enrolled as required by federal and state regulations. Keep accurate attendance records, written records of conversations with parents, and ongoing daily observations. Enter observations into the assessment program to allow for accurate assessments. Ensure the BFIS credential account is up to date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Full‑time position. Salary: $16 to $21.58 per hour.

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Must hold a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or an associate degree in early childhood education (AA), or be enrolled in a program leading to a CDA or AA within two years of employment start date.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.