What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher Aide Full Time position at Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Washington Counties?
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Center Education Coordinator and the Teacher, this professional position is responsible for assisting in planning and teaching an educational program based on Creative Curriculum and the Head Start Performance Standards. This position assists in providing a balanced environment that is healthy, safe and encourages exploration and learning. A team teaching approach is implemented at all Head Start Centers. This approach involves all Center Staff in working cooperatively towards the goals of each child and of the program.
Essential Functions (Not All Inclusive):
- Assist in providing an attractive, safe, and healthy environment.
- Responsible for assisting in development of weekly lesson plan in accordance with Creative Curriculum; implementing the daily schedule, classroom and outdoor activities. Supervise children during these activities.
- Assist in providing social and emotional development by providing positive guidance and discipline.
- Assist in scheduling and coordinating field trips and learning activities.
- Responsible for maintaining confidentiality and interacting professionally with children, staff, and parents, projecting a positive image of Head Start. Work cooperatively with the Center team.
- Assist in setting up and conducting a minimum of two Home visits and two Center conferences yearly. Update children's emergency cards.
- Assist with compiling reports.
- Assist in orientation of parents and volunteers. Greets children arriving on buses and assists in bringing them to buses for departure.
- Attend required trainings and meetings (Center, Agency, In-Service) and others designated through training assignments.
- Act as interpreter between staff, children, and/or parent and all other necessary parties.
- Other duties as assigned.