Early Childhood Education; Woodside - Teacher's Aide

Child Center Residential Treatment Facility • Queens, NY

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About The Position

The Teacher’s Aide is responsible for helping and supporting the teacher and assistant teacher in the creation of a responsive, age-appropriate experience that fosters the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth of the children.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish or Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs.
• Experience working with children.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task

Nice To Haves

• Age-appropriate Child Development Associates (CDA) Credential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facilitating activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
• Collaborate with other staff and classroom team members to maintain the function of classroom, focused on meeting the needs of children both collect and individual
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment. Assure that classroom equipment, furniture, materials, and supplies are properly maintained and stored
• Assist in conducting daily health checklist and monthly environment checklist.
• Assist in assuring that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained.
• Perform other duties, as may be required.
• Assist in the management of the overall direction, and evaluation of the classroom in accordance with the federal, state, locals’ requirements as well as agency policies and applicable laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED