Substitute Teacher Assistant
Corning Children's Center
Location
Corning, New York
Salary
$16 - $18 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Substitute Teacher Assistant is responsible for providing a nurturing environment for children and collaborating with team members to implement engaging programs. They will also monitor transitions between activities and maintain accurate records as directed by teachers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with young children. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create a nurturing environment are essential.
Job description
Description Job Title: Substitute Teacher Assistant
Position Type: On Call
Schedule: Varies from hours between 6:45am-6:00pm
$16.00-$18.90 Based on education and years of exp.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Substitute to create a nurturing and supportive environment for children. The ideal candidate will foster a safe space for children to explore their independence while collaborating with team members to implement engaging programs that cater to individual and group developmental needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a nurturing and loving environment that encourages children to feel safe and explore independence. Collaborate with team members to design and implement programs that meet the diverse developmental needs of children. Utilize children's enthusiasm for learning by offering numerous opportunities for play and exploration. Monitor transition times between activities and establish routines to facilitate smooth transitions. Maintain accurate and complete records as directed by teachers, including attendance, medication, incident reports, behavioral observations, meal counts, updated emergency information, and development logs.
- Skills and
- Qualifications: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Knowledge of child development principles and practices. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Patience and a genuine passion for working with children. Ability to adapt to changing situations and needs of children. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates and encourage those with full-time availability ( hours between 6:45-6pm) to apply, as this schedule best supports the needs of our centers and families.
Requirements: Working Conditions
Physical Demands
- Stands, sits, and moves while supervising children indoors and outdoors. Walks with children on walks and field trips. Sits during paperwork, observation, and meals/snacks. Lifts/carries children up to 35 lbs. Reaches and handles supplies for meals and activities. Pushes/pulls furniture as needed. Stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls to interact at child level. Communicates clearly with children and staff; reads stories aloud. Hearing required for reading materials, reports, observing injuries, and giving first aid. Clear vision needed to monitor play and development. Follows all Health & Safety policies and responsibilities.
- Environmental
- Conditions: Primarily indoor classroom setting. Outdoors daily for play, walks, games, and field trips (except in extreme weather).
Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience
- Experience working with young children (e.g., nannying, camp counseling, vacation programs, family daycare, or extensive babysitting).
- Skills,
- Knowledge, and
- Abilities: Understanding of child developmental stages. Ability to create a nurturing and comforting environment. Open to professional development. Strong interpersonal skills. Enthusiastic and eager to learn. CPR & First Aid certified (training provided post-hire). Knowledge of Universal Precautions (training provided). USDA meal service monitoring knowledge (training provided).
- Other
- Facts:
- Work
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, excluding designated holidays.
- Reports To: Lead Teacher
