Early Childhood Teacher's Aide

Originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, DREAM has grown to annually serve more than 2,500 youth across East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12, extended-day, extended-year DREAM Charter Schools and community sports-based youth development programs. Through our commitment to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, deep family and community engagement, and health and wellness, we create lifelong learners who are equipped to fulfill their vision of success in and out of the classroom.

We dream big, as well, with an aggressive five-year plan to expand to serve 3,500 students across seven schools —growing our organization’s impact and leveling the playing field for all children. To learn more, visit wearedream.org.

Reporting to the Site Director, the Teacher’s Aide will be responsible for working with the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher to support student outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who has a desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families and community and has a commitment to working with diverse populations.

• Support the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in planning and implementing classroom activities and lessons;
• Foster a safe, sanitary, warm, and inclusive environment;
• Work one-on-one with students who may require extra assistance, ensuring they receive personalized attention to meet their specific needs;
• Communicate observations to teachers to support with family engagement and student learning;
• Supervise and aid students during transitions, meals, and naptime, following classroom policies and health and safety protocols;
• Help maintain accurate records;
• Assist with family conferences, school events, and provide staff coverage as needed;
• Assist with small group activities to reinforce lesson concepts and provide additional support to students as needed;
• Participate in professional development and coaching sessions;
• Obtain and maintain certification in CPR and first aid certifications;
• Additional duties related to the running of the school as assigned.

• 18 years of age or older by the start date for the role, required;
• High School Diploma or equivalent, required;
• One of the following is required:
  1) Have a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential;
  2) Have an Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree;
  3) Are currently enrolled in a program that will lead to an Associate’s or a Bachelor’s degree; or
  4) Will enroll in and commit to completing a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within 12 months of hire;
• At least 1-year experience working with young children in a school or daycare setting, highly preferred;
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred;
• Dedicated, excited, and passionate about teaching and learning with young children;
• Strong work ethic and solutions-oriented mindset, with a desire and ability to help others and solve problems;
• Great teamwork, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills;
• Reflective and willing to develop and increase capacity;
• A strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM, including the belief that all students can succeed, and a deep desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, families, and community;
• A physical exam, fingerprinting, and a federal background check are required for this position.

• This section describes the physical requirements that are necessary to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
• Frequent movement, including standing, walking, sitting, and transitioning between floor and standing positions.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or position items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to engage in activities at child level, including bending, kneeling, crouching, and sitting on the floor.
• Ability to receive and respond to oral communication with students and adults in both quiet and active environments.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

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