Pre-K Teacher Aide I/II

Job title

• Teacher Aide I/II (Preference given to hire a
• Grade 2)
• Program
• Universal
• Pre-K
• Classification:
• Academic/Full-Time/Non-Exempt
• Position
• GRADE:
• Grade 1 /
• Grade 2
• SALARY:
• Grade 1: $16.25 per hour
• Grade 2: $16.61 per hour
• JOB
• HOURS: 30 hours per week;
• JOB
• Location:
• CAPC
• Pre-k
• Classroom (Starbuck 2)
• JOB
• SUMMARY: The Teacher Aide is responsible for assisting the Master Teacher and Teacher Assistant in implementing age appropriate activities for preschool children; assisting with mealtimes, and participating in classroom preparation and cleanup. The Teacher Aide helps to ensure the safety of the children, and supports the day-to-day operations within the classroom.
• Required
• Education:
• Position
• Grade 1: High School/GED diploma with a plan to complete preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education within 2 years of hire.
• Position
• Grade 2: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• EXPERIENCE: Experience working in an early childhood setting preferred.
• SKILLS:
• Knowledge of child development; ability to work and interact with young children;
• Ability to observe and record behaviors of children
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team and to cooperate with all Pre-K staff to provide quality programming for children and families
• Ability to be non-judgmental in working with families.
• Physical requirements of the job include standing, sitting, walking, must be able to bend or kneel to child's eye level, and lift up to 40 pounds. Manual dexterity and visual skills required. Auditory and verbal skills required for communication with clients, staff and the public.