Job Information
Brookeside Learning Center Preschool Teaching Assistant in BUDA, Texas
Job Description:
Caregivers/teachers are responsible for providing and maintaining a nurturing and educational environment for the children in their care. Caregivers report to the Director/Assistant Director and the Lead Caregiver assigned to their classroom. Job requirements are not only limited to those listed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
(Please note: Caregivers must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to work at the Center, as per state guidelines. Caregivers working in the Continuity of Care room must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age)
Education/Certification:
Minimum:
High school diploma or its equivalent (GED)
Preferred: Any of the following:
- Current CDA credential or an acceptable equivalent
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``` - Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education
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``` - Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Experience working in an early childhood setting
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``` - Experience working with persons from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds
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``` - Must be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the children and the Center
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Assist in the creation of a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the physical, social, and emotional development of children
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``` - Perform duties as planned by the Director or Lead Caregiver for the assigned classroom
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``` - Assist in implementing the curriculum planned by the Director or Lead Caregiver
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``` - Interact with the children in a way which conveys respect and nurturing
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``` - Support the social and emotional development of children
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``` - Engage in active play with children; this will often mean getting down on the floor to interact with them
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``` - Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the development levels of the children
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``` - Maintain accurate and appropriate records for children in the assigned classroom.
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``` - Attend to the personal hygiene of each child in your care, including changing diapers or soiled clothing and washing hands
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``` - Maintain a safe environment based on safety standards set by the Center and state guidelines
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``` - Help other staff in preparing meals for children as required
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``` - Assist in the cleaning and straightening of the child care rooms by completing the daily checklist prior to leaving
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``` - Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member by communicating and contributing information on a continuous basis
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``` - Assist in the development and facilitation of interactive parent and child literacy activities
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``` - Maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationship with each childs family and encourage their involvement in the program
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``` - Continue professional development through attending workshops, conferences, and other staff development opportunities
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``` - Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible
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``` - Perform other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director
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``` - Janitorial duties
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to maintain emotional control under stress
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