Community Action Planning Council of Jefferson County·Town of Le Ray, New York
The Teacher Aide assists the Master Teacher and Teacher Assistant in implementing age-appropriate activities for preschool children. They also support daily classroom operations, including mealtimes, preparation, cleanup, and ensuring child safety.
The Teacher Aide is responsible for assisting the Master Teacher and Teacher Assistant in implementing age appropriate activities for 18 preschool children; assisting with mealtimes, 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.
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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.
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.
OTHER: Preference is given to qualified in-house applicants. Employment is conditional pending satisfactory medical exam and TB test; and fingerprint clearance from the NYS Education Department at the time of hire. Employee will be required to sign an affidavit annually which states that he/she has not been indicated in a child abuse or neglect case within the past year. CAPC is a Substance-Free workplace. CAPC conducts random, post- accident and reasonable suspicion drug testing.
Flexible Benefits Plan, academic schedule, paid school vacations, and unemployment benefits during the summer. TO APPLY: Submit updated resume, CAPC application form, college transcript, or CDA certificate to Community Action Planning Council, 518 Davidson Street, Watertown NY 13601, fax 315-785-0892 or email scolligan@capcjc.org. Application form available at www.capcjc.org. Applications/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. EOE
Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED with a plan to obtain a CDA credential or Associate Degree within two years. Experience in an early childhood setting is preferred, along with the ability to meet physical requirements such as lifting up to 40 pounds.
Market context
Teaching assistant roles in New York are often tied to steady school and childcare staffing needs, especially where programs need support for classroom routines, supervision, and active play. These roles can be competitive because employers look for candidates who meet state or accreditation requirements and can handle both indoor and outdoor activity demands. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your education, experience, and physical readiness before applying.
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