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Teacher Aide-Head Start

Thames Valley Council for Community Action

New London, CTJob$19–19.25/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19–19.25/hr
Location
New London, CT
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CT Child Care First-Aid CertificationChild CPR CertificationMedication Administration Certification

Job overview

Thames Valley Council for Community Action is hiring a Teacher Aide-Head Start. The Teacher Aide is responsible for the care, supervision, and safety of classroom children. This role assists staff in planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum. The aide is also responsible for keeping the classroom and playground clean, safe, and orderly. They must have compassion and understanding for the needs of children and families from diverse backgrounds.

Key focus areas include Care for classroom children, Supervise classroom children, and Ensure safety of classroom children.

Successful candidates bring Reliable Insured Transportation, CT Child Care First‑Aid CPR Certification, and Medication Administration Certification. Important skills include Care For Children, Supervision Of Children, Safety Of Children, Planning Curriculum, Implementing Curriculum, and Keeping Classroom Clean.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Care for ChildrenSupervision of ChildrenSafety of ChildrenPlanning CurriculumImplementing CurriculumKeeping Classroom CleanKeeping Classroom SafeKeeping Classroom OrderlyKeeping Playground CleanKeeping Playground SafeKeeping Playground OrderlyCompassion for ChildrenUnderstanding Needs of ChildrenUnderstanding Needs of FamiliesLearn Program PoliciesImplement Program PoliciesFollow Program PoliciesEncourage Self-EsteemEncourage Independence

Qualifications

Access to Reliable, Insured TransportationCT Child Care First-Aid CertificationChild CPR CertificationMedication Administration CertificationTVCCA Staff Statement of Good HealthHigh School Diploma or Equivalent

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Teacher Aide is responsible for the care, supervision, and safety of classroom children. Assist staff in planning and implementing age-appropriate curriculum. Responsible for keeping classroom and playground clean, safe, and orderly. Must have compassion and understanding for the needs of children and families from economically and culturally diverse backgrounds. Must learn, implement, and follow all program policies and procedures. Encourage self-esteem and independence for the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each child.

TVCCA offers a generous benefits package including;

403B Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Death benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability and voluntary benefits

13 paid Holidays, vacation/sick time

Required Skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

  • Have access to reliable, insured transportation.

  • Must have or obtain and maintain CT child care first-aid, child CPR, and medication administration certification.

  • Provide a TVCCA Staff Statement of Good Health statement signed by a physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner completed within twelve (12) months before the date of employment, and every thirty-six (36) months for current staff.

Required Experience

Minimum Salary

$19.00

Maximum Salary

$19.25

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