Teacher Assistant - Ionia 2
Ionia, Michigan, 48846, United States On-site
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About the role
As a Teacher Assistant , you are responsible for assisting the Teacher in ensuring that a safe, healthy and organized environment is created for both children and adults through planning and implementing learning experiences through effective curriculum implementation and assessment. This position involves regular communication with children, families and staff, ensuring requirements and outcomes are met. You will support the social and emotional development of children by encouraging families to be actively involved in their children’s education and recognize a child’s parents/guardians are their first and most important teachers. This position operates primarily within Head Start and Early Head Start classroom settings. This role requires regular interaction with children, families, staff, and community partners in a fast-paced early childhood education environment. The employee may be exposed to noise levels typical of preschool and infant/toddler classrooms and will participate in indoor and outdoor activities in varying weather conditions as part of daily program operations.
What you'll bring
- Associate degree in early childhood education or child development, a Preschool or Birth to 5 Child Development Associate (CDA) or an associate degree in related field with 12 semester hours in early childhood education or child development.
- Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.
- Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.
- Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.
- Local travel between program sites, training locations, meetings, and community events may be required.
- The employee must possess a valid Michigan driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and have reliable transportation available for work-related travel.