Teacher Assistant

• Assist the Teacher in maintaining a safe environment for all children.
• Help set up classroom learning centers and maintain an inviting environment, including posting materials at eye level.
• Monitor children continuously to ensure safety.
• Always maintain appropriate teacher/child ratios.
• Assist with implementing reactive strategies for individual child behaviors.

• Assist the Teacher with curriculum preparation.
• Assist the Teacher with curriculum preparation.
• Maintain a clean, safe learning environment that stimulates curiosity and exploration.
• Assist in developing and implementing lesson plans that support each child’s needs.
• Use appropriate teaching strategies to enhance learning experiences.
• Support the social/emotional curriculum in the development of young children.

• Assess children as directed by the Teacher and on a regular basis.
• Take photographs and complete observations for documentation.
• Write anecdotal notes and other approved forms of documentation for each child.
• Assist Teacher with completing, implementing goals, and updating IEPs and ICPs.
• Assist with the two required center conferences.

• Demonstrate professionalism and maintain professional credentials.
• Maintain professional personal appearance, body language, and voice tones.
• 0btain 6 CEUs as per Office of Child Care requirement, annually
• Submit verification of all training, grades/and or transcripts to Education Coordinator and the Human Resources Department.
• Must attain and renew a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential within 2 years.
• Must apply for within the introductory period and maintain enrollment with the

• Maryland Child Care Credential Program
• Work with Education Coordinator to develop individual and professional development plans.

• Work as an effective team member.
• Always maintain a positive work environment
• Support the teaching team through active participation.
• Demonstrate and support the Head Start mission.
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills to resolve issues.

Serve as Nutrition as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Licenses or Certificates

• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential must be obtained within one year of employment.

Special Requirements

• State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check.
• National Sex Offender Public Registry Check.
• Physical examination and Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at hire and annually (or as required by physician).
• Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

Physical Demands

• Effort
• Level: Moderate physical effort
• Requirements:
• Ability to lift preschool children or up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Active participation in programs for young children
• Tasks include:
• Lifting children
• Getting up and down from the floor
• Engaging in lively outdoor activities
• Moving furniture

Application Instructions

Apply by

• Mail: SMTCCAC, Inc. – Human Resources Department P.O. Box 280 Hughesville, MD 20637
• Online: http://www.smtccac.org [http://www.smtccac.org]

Required Documents

• A Completed application
• A current resume

⚠️ Incomplete applications or submissions with missing information will not be considered.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer