Teacher Assistant Haven HS​/EHS HS-TA-NH

Teacher Assistant (New Haven)

Open Position Posting Number: HS-TA-NH-111225

Regular / Full Time / Non-exempt / 10 months. Open Until Filled.

Pay Details (Subject to Change):
Level I: $13.72/hour;
Level II: $14.56/hour;
Level III: $15.79/hour.

• Level I:
  High school diploma/GED; pre‑school experience preferred; must enter and complete the CDA (Child Development Associate) certification process. For assistants in WV pre‑K classrooms: must begin work to obtain the WV Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT) credential and complete Permanent Authorization within two school years.
• Level II: CDA or state equivalent certificate. For teacher assistants in WV pre‑K classrooms: must hold an Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT).
• Level III:
  Permanent WV ECCAT credential, or CDA/ACDS or equivalent plus two years of experience.

* If applicant credentials exceed those required, the applicant will advance to the highest appropriate level.

• Must meet Level I qualifications.
• Desire to work with young children.
• Knowledge of early childhood development.
• Strong interest in improving self and community.
• Self‑motivated with ability to work without direct supervision.
• Writing skills.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record or state .
• Must pass drug screen and background check.

For WV Pre‑K classroom teacher assistants: the ECCAT authorization must be immediately obtained; the Teacher Assistant must obtain Permanent Authorization within two school years of hire. The Temporary Authorization can only be renewed once, per WVBE Policy 2525.

• Attain an understanding of the connection between improving parent/family engagement and enhancing child development and school readiness.
• Responsible for the health & safety of enrolled children.
• Actively participate and work with the teacher in planning, developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate education plan for children.
• Encourage families to become engaged with school readiness activities.
• Assist in developing & implementing lesson plans to meet each child’s needs, interests, learning styles, and individual goals.
• Assist in assessing individual developmental progress.
• Assist in home visitation & parent‑teacher conferences.
• Maintain the center, together with the teacher and center team members, in a manner that ensures compliance with fire, safety and health standards.
• Assist the teacher in all areas of classroom operations.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage Options
• Summers off

EOE