Teacher Assistant (Ages 3-5)

Description

Summary:

The Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the Preschool Teacher in delivering a high-quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood education program. Under the supervision of the Director of Early Childhood Services, this role assists with lesson planning, child assessments, and classroom management, while fostering a safe, clean, and engaging environment that promotes children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. The Preschool Teacher Assistant builds positive relationships with children, parents, and staff, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with Ibero policies and NYSOCFS regulations.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Report directly to the Director of Early Childhood Services.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Ibero staff, partner agencies, and parents.
• Assist the Preschool Teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Conduct initial assessments of children to evaluate progress and adjust educational plans as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's development and progress.
• Help organize and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting classroom environment.
• Prepare the learning environment to promote children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
• Adhere to Ibero's policies, procedures, and NYSOCFS regulations.
• Maintain attendance records, weekly lesson plans, and other required documentation.
• Notify the Head Teacher and Director of any parent concerns.
• Foster a positive self-image in children through an atmosphere of love, trust, and positive guidance.
• Always supervise and ensure the safety of all children.
• Coordinate and support special activities and field trips.
• Assist with minor cleaning duties as assigned by the Head Teacher or Director.
• Report any classroom maintenance or repair needs to the Director.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Participate in scheduled staff meetings, parent meetings, staff training, and center events.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all children and families.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Early Childhood Services.

Authority:

Under the general direction of the Director of Early Childhood Services, exercises considerable initiative in making decisions regarding activities in the classroom. The employee supervises and manages the Preschool classroom and assistant Teacher.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma required, College Degree preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of child development, early childhood education principles, and positive discipline techniques.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
• Must have clearance through NYS Central Registry, good police record and health.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Must be COVID vaccinated.
• Must obtain a physical exam w/TB test, fingerprinting, and State Clearance.
• A combination of training and experience other than the specified, if judged to be adequate for the job, may be accepted by the President and CEO.

Physical Demands:

The position does require occasional standing, squatting, and lifting up to approximately 40 lbs. and frequent sitting.

By Signing below, I have received, read, understand, and will comply with the above job description:

Employee Signature: ____ Date:

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. 12/6/23