HS Teacher Assistant - Redwood Job Grants Pass area,Oregon USA,Education / Teaching

HEAD START TEACHER ASSISTANT

Starting Wage: $18.54 - 20.60 per hour, dependent upon Education

Bilingual Wage: $19.47 - $21.63 per hour, dependent upon Education/Bilingual Screening

PURPOSE:

The Teacher Assistant (TA) develops a strong nurturing relationship with children, and supports and assists the classroom teacher to provide developmentally appropriate learning environment with meaningful experiences in preparation for a successful kindergarten experience. This position leads the class in the event of the teacher’s absence. The Teacher Assistant prepares classroom materials, assists with the maintenance of classroom facilities and assists in the center kitchen to provide nutritious meals and snacks as assigned.

This position is responsible for meeting Head Start performance standards and following the Agency policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL

JOB DUTIES:

I. CHILD EDUCATION, CURRICULUM, AND CLASSROOM

Work directly with children individually, in small and large groups.

Provide for the children’s’ safety, guidance and educational development;
Be familiar with the curriculum guidelines of the Agency;
Assist the classroom teacher with the development and implementation of required curriculum;
Work cooperatively to assist Teacher in the development and implementation of classroom activities;
Perform routine classroom tasks such as activity environment planning, preparation and clean up;
Be aware of and follow all phases of the Child Guidance Procedure.

Assume responsibility of the class in the event of the teacher’s absence.

Take and record child observations as required and assigned.

Bilingual TA
- Ensure observations necessary for assessing dual language learners are completed and developmental levels are assigned in collaboration with the classroom teacher.

Inform teacher of unusual behavior, or symptoms of children or relevant information from parents.

Ensure children receive services in compliance with all child health and safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to: medication administration, continuous counting (child sign in/out, etc.).

II. COMMUNICATION AND DEBRIEFINGS

Communication and debriefing with staff at center and classroom.

Attend staff meetings, education trainings and other relevant meetings and training;
Participate in daily classroom debriefing.

Bilingual TA
- Facilitate interpretation of data in all forms and provide accurate information to the children and their families requiring interpreting assistance.

III. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Serve as bus monitor on assigned runs and field trips.

Ensure that children are in appropriate safety restraints when bus is moving.

Transmit accurate messages to parents.

Ensure bus children are signed in/out as required.

Assist with bus pre-trip, as needed.

IV. GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Daily cleaning as required by individual centers both inside and outside.

Basic center clean-up/sanitation throughout school day.

General upkeep and repair of equipment and materials both inside and outside.

V. CHILDCARE

Provide childcare for Policy Council Meeting and/or center parent meetings as assigned.

VI. INTERACTION WITH CHILDREN, PARENTS, AND CO-WORKERS

Must relate in a positive, nurturing way, both verbally and physically, and be sensitive to the needs of children, parents and co-workers.

Must use quick, safe reactions and responses in dealing with children or situations that involve children.

VII. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY

Maintain a safe and pleasant work environment.

Follow safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Actively contribute towards promoting a safe workplace and environment.

OTHER DUTIES

May be assigned other related duties as appropriate and within the scope of general responsibilities for this position. However, this job description in no way states…