Teacher Assistant

Job Category: Early Childhood

Full-Time

Rate: $16.50 USD per hour

Location: Pontiac, MI 48342, USA

Description

FLSA Status: Non Exempt - Union

Job Mission: Works cooperatively with and assists in the implementation of the Head Start Program. Assists in preparing the children and families by meeting program goals, including family, health and school readiness. Assists in meeting individual needs of children and families. Performs related duties as assigned, in accordance with the Health and Human Services, Administration for Families and State of Michigan licensing requirements.

Performance Standards:

1. Assist in providing children with developmental experiences in approaches to learning, social emotional, language and literacy, cognitive and perceptual, motor and physical development in an environment of multi-cultural experiences through daily lesson plans and classroom activities; to make appropriate referrals for follow-up of children as needed which includes children with special needs.
2. Assist classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans which includes individualization for children with an Individual Education Plan (IEP).
3. Assist classroom teacher in documenting children's educational experiences in the Child Observation Record (COR).
4. Maintain constant active supervision with all children in the classroom.
5. Carry out all other duties as directed by supervisor.

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or GED required. As a condition of employment, an employee must enroll in a Child Development Associate (CDA) for Infant and Toddler credential program upon employment and successfully complete the certification within two (2) years of employment, per the Head Start Act.
2. Must be able to meet physical demands of the job.
3. Valid Michigan Driver's License and reliable transportation required.

Job Requirements in an 8 hour day:

1. Sit 1 hour (varies daily, driving to multiple sites and several floors)

2. Stand 2 hours (picking up children, supplies)

3. Walk 4 hours (interactions with children, families, and staff on a daily basis)

4. Bend/Stoop 1 hour

Movements:

1. Crawl: Yes (in classroom/activities with children and parents)

2. Reach Above: Yes (to get books/binders/supplies)

3. Crouch: Yes (low files/mailboxes/working with children)

4. Balancing: Yes (working with children)

5. Squat: Yes (working with children)

6. Climb: Yes (climbing stairs)

7. Shoulder level: Yes (to get books/binders/supplies)

8. Kneel: Yes (speaking/working with children)

9. Pushing: Yes (pushing carts of supplies, files, donations, meeting items)

10. Weight carried: 26-50 lbs

11. Weight lifted: 26-50 lbs

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