Early Education Teacher Aide-Part Time

Job Description

Under general supervision from the ECE Leader and/or Assistant Program Manager, the Teacher Aide works as a team player in facilitating the learning process and supervision of children (two weeks–five years old) in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Early Childhood Program. Jointly supervises and participates in the training of children, parents, staff, and volunteers, as needed.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Other Characteristics

A willingness to learn and understand:

The History, culture, traditions, and customs of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Knowledge of:

• Child growth and development as well as positive discipline techniques
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including training, counseling, and performance evaluations

Skilled in:

• Interacting with small children in learning and play situations
• Understanding and interpreting the problems of small children
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with community agencies and departments, vendors, parents, volunteers, SRPMIC staff, and the general public in working effectively on a team
• Using a computer and MS Office Suite application software

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures, rules, regulations and guidelines
• Lift up to fifty (50) pounds such as, but not limited to: a child, materials and equipment, from one location to another
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment, including but not limited to: a photocopier, fax machine, calculator, and personal computer to fulfill job requirements
• Handle classroom materials, including but not limited to: paint, scissors and glue

Required

Education:

GED, HS Diploma (or higher).

Preference: Preference will be given for applicants with a CDA and/or experience working with children (six weeks to five years old) either as a volunteer or an employee.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Terms of Employment: This position is treated as a part-time non-exempt position scheduled for 25 hours per week.

Coordinates with the Classroom Staff Teacher in all phases of the ECE Center classrooms to ensure a well‑managed purposeful program responsive to all participants’ needs. Maintains scheduled center activities, follows lesson plans and documents accordingly.

Implements federal, state and local health and safety policies and procedures. Follows guidelines set in the SRPMIC and ECE Policies and Procedures Manual. Implements the performance standards as reflected in the ECE Plan.

Supervises children along with the Teacher/Assistant Teacher/Teacher Aide. Observes strict confidentiality guidelines regarding children and families. Assists in educating parents and volunteers about the ECE Confidentiality Policy.

Maintains the cleanliness of the classroom by following the ECE Policy for Classrooms, which includes, but is not limited to, putting materials away each day and cleaning tables before and after meals and activities. Assists the Classroom Staff in making the center safe, healthy, interesting and developmentally appropriate; in maintenance and upkeep of classroom supplies and materials for the classroom.

Pursues basic Pima or Maricopa language skills diligently and continues to expand from words and numbers to practical phrases. Promotes cultural awareness through the Pima/Maricopa languages, songs and dances. Assists in providing culturally diverse activities for the children, such as, but not limited to, dancing, singing, rhythmic music and story‑time.

Reports suspected abuse/neglect/maltreatment and other social service related incidents to the appropriate ECE staff. Reports any repairs and maintenance needs concerning the center or classroom facility and…