Teacher Aide I/II

The Float 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 Float Teacher Aide helps to ensure the safety of the children and supports the day-to-day operations within the classroom; and serves as a bus monitor on assigned bus runs. The Float Teacher Aide will help with coverage in classrooms throughout the Watertown and Sacred Heart Centers.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: For Position Grade 1: High school diploma/GED with a plan to complete preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education within 2 years of hire. For Position Grade 2: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or a current preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) credential required. EXPERIENCE: Experience working with preschool children preferred. SKILLS: Basic knowledge of child development Ability to work with young children Maintain confidentiality of program and agency related information Ability to observe and record behaviors of children Work as a team to provide quality programming for children and families Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Ability to keep accurate and detailed records Serve as an advocate for children and their families Carry out appropriate education program for a group of children and their families within the context of the Head Start philosophy and performance standards OTHER: Employment is conditional pending satisfactory medical exam and TB test, clearance from the NYS Child Abuse Central Register, NYS Office of Children & Family Services and the NYS Criminal Justice Center at the time of hire. BENEFITS: Agency Flexible Benefit Plan, academic schedule, paid school vacations, unemployment benefits during the summer months. TO APPLY: Submit updated resume, employment application form, college transcript and/or CDA credential, and In-House Transfer Form to Community Action Planning Council, 518 Davidson Street, Watertown NY 13601, Fax 315-785-0892 or email scolligan@capcjc.org. Application/resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Application form available at www.capcjc.org