Teacher Assistant

• Location --,Lafayette, IN, 47901,United States
• Base Pay $16.32 - $17.83 / Hour
• Job Category Early Childhood Education, Head Start, Child Development
• Employee Type FT/PY/B
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Pay Range: $16.32-$17.83 hourly, based on education

Who We are:At Bauer, we empower children and their families to thrive. Bauer Family Resources mission is at the heart of every program and service offered to our community. It is our belief that every child and family has a desire for a life that is filled with success, strong family and community connections and hope for tomorrow. Bauer's work is measured against this mission statement to ensure we are true to it.

Position Summary:

The Teacher Assistant is responsible for assisting the Head Start Teacher in providing children ranging in ages from 3 to 5 years, with learning experiences that promote school readiness. This includes the creation and implementation of individualized lesson plans, development of meaningful relationships with children and families, and the design of safe, engaging environments.

Essential Functions:

The duties identified below are the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list may not be inclusive of all job responsibilities and are subject to change based on business needs with or without notice.

• Assist the Teacher with observing, documenting, and assessing student progress.
• Assist the Teacher in analyzing student assessment data.
• Assist the Teacher in the development and implementation of lesson plans based on student data, children's interests, and developmentally appropriate practices.

• Engage families in program services and activities that promote parenting skills, knowledge, and confidence.
• Conduct Family Conferences and Home Visits to support child and family development.
• Maintain clean, safe, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments that support children's learning and well-being.

• Ensure compliance with Bauer policies, State Licensing requirements, and Head Start Program Performance Standards.

• Participate in required meetings and professional learning opportunities, including:
  • Twice-monthly staff meetings
  • Monthly Professional Development Days
  • Quarterly All-Agency meetings
  • Annual Pre-Service training

To perform this position successfully, an individual must demonstrate regular, predictable attendance and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required. The individual must be able to successfully pass routine background checks.

• Proof of current enrollment in a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate program, OR enrollment in or completion of an Associate or Bachelor's degree program
• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to meet the minimum requirements of the insurance carrier at all times

• 1-2 years previous experience preferred

• Commitment to serving children and families in poverty with the highest quality services
• Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of child development and health and safety standards
• Ability to create effective lesson plans that promote development
• Organization and time management
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to fluently communicate in Spanish is a plus

To accomplish the essential functions of the position,…