Early Learning Academy - Classroom Assistant Job Princeton area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

- JOB DESCRIPTION - EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY CLASSROOM ASSISTANT

Section:
Administration Date Created:
April 2021 Date Edited:
May 2023

Title:

Early Learning Academy Classroom Assistant

Reports to:

Out-of-School Time Coordinator or Senior Manager of Community Programs

Position Summary:

Classroom Assistants are responsible for the safety, well-being and supervision of students, and to assist the Preschool Instructor and Assistant Instructor in performing functions necessary for established routines and lessons/activities in the Early Learning Academy Preschool.

Work Year:
Ten (10) months

Work Hours:

Varies by position

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit:
Non-unit

Pay Grade:
Early Learning Academy Classroom Assistant Hourly Rate

Qualifications:

Sixty (60) college credits preferred; work experience may be substituted.

Coursework in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Experience and/ or strong interest in working with school age children.

Ability to facilitate small group activities.

Holds CPI, CPR and Epi Pen certification, or is willing to be trained.

Ability to work collaboratively in a school community.

Hold a valid New Jersey driver’s license with no serious violations.

Provide a medical certification demonstrating the ability to perform the essential job functions and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:32-6.3(a).

Troubleshooting:
Be able to find the root cause of issues and think logically about solutions.

Critical Thinking:
When diagnosing problems, think critically in their process of resolving the issue.

Knowledge:
Be able to perform basic math; understand grammar and punctuation; and read and comprehend information. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: solve practical problems and facilitate group discussions.

Skills:

Be able to communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrates basic reading, writing and mathematical skills, demonstrates patience and compassion, maintains a positive and encouraging demeanor, demonstrates strong organizational skills, pays close attention to detail, demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, is capable of maintaining a flexible schedule and supervising small groups of students, manages time efficiently, demonstrates knowledge of computer skills, demonstrates ability to think creatively and innovatively, works well with a variety of individuals, and demonstrates knowledge of school standards and code of conduct.

Ability:
Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events;
Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances;
Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups;
Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapt to changing work priorities; display tact and courtesy; establish and maintain effective working relationships; maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; work as part of a team; and, comply with Board of Education policies and regulations.

Possess ability to work effectively and efficiently alone, and cooperatively with other personnel.

Be self-driven, possess excellent initiative, integrity, and good moral character.

Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status by completing Federal Form I-9 in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the New Jersey Department of Education.

Provide a sworn statement that the individual has not been convicted of a crime or a disorderly person’s offense in accordance with N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1 during the initial six-month employment period.

Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test in accordance with N.J.A.C 63-4A-4.

Other qualifications as the Superintendent of Schools or her/his designee…


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