Teacher Assistant- Waterloo

Job Title

Head Start Preschool Teacher Assistant

Location:

Waterloo

Hours:

40 hours/week, school year positions available

Salary Range: $17.95/hr

• Must work collaboratively with the Teacher, family members and other staff to achieve positive outcomes for children of all abilities
• Ensure a safe and secure environment in which children can be curious, active and encouraged toward self-discipline, and self-motivation
• Demonstrate the adult behavior indicators as outlined in CLASS, scoring at or above the minimum threshold scores for Emotional Support (6), Classroom Organization (6), and Instructional Support (3)
• Assists the teacher to implement the developmental assessment for each child
• Plan and assist the Teacher in preparing materials and supplies in advance for activities
• Guide the child's behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development, and promote self-esteem
• Responsible for implementing Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC criteria, Licensing requirements, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
• Ensure that confidentiality is respected and maintained at all times

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Must obtain Child Development Associate (CDA) certification within two (2) years of employment
• Two years' experience working with preschool children preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must become CPR and First Aide Certified within twelve (12) months of hire
• When driving for Brightpoint, the employee must have a valid Indiana driver's license and must maintain minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 on auto insurance

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- 5:00 P.M., MONDAY - THURSDAY AND 8:00 A.M.

- 11:00 A.M., FRIDAY

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