Part-Time Teacher Assistant Job at Corning Children's Center, Corning, NY

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  • Corning Children's Center
  • Corning, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Position Type: Part-time

Schedule:

This position is a part-time role with a consistent weekly schedule:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

OR

Tuesday, Thursday

$16.00-$18.90 Based on education and years of exp.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teacher Assistant to create a nurturing and supportive environment for children. The ideal candidate will foster a safe space for children to explore their independence while collaborating with team members to implement engaging programs that cater to individual and group developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide a nurturing and loving environment that encourages children to feel safe and explore independence.
  • Collaborate with team members to design and implement programs that meet the diverse developmental needs of children.
  • Utilize children's enthusiasm for learning by offering numerous opportunities for play and exploration.
  • Monitor transition times between activities and establish routines to facilitate smooth transitions.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records as directed by teachers, including attendance, medication, incident reports, behavioral observations, meal counts, updated emergency information, and development logs.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Knowledge of child development principles and practices.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Patience and a genuine passion for working with children.
  • Ability to adapt to changing situations and needs of children.

We welcome applicants who are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all children.

Requirements:

Working Conditions

Physical Demands:

  • Stands, sits, and moves while supervising children indoors and outdoors.
  • Walks with children on walks and field trips.
  • Sits during paperwork, observation, and meals/snacks.
  • Lifts/carries children up to 35 lbs.
  • Reaches and handles supplies for meals and activities.
  • Pushes/pulls furniture as needed.
  • Stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls to interact at child level.
  • Communicates clearly with children and staff; reads stories aloud.
  • Hearing required for reading materials, reports, observing injuries, and giving first aid.
  • Clear vision needed to monitor play and development.
  • Follows all Health & Safety policies and responsibilities.

Environmental Conditions:

  • Primarily indoor classroom setting.
  • Outdoors daily for play, walks, games, and field trips (except in extreme weather).

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

  • Experience working with young children (e.g., nannying, camp counseling, vacation programs, family daycare, or extensive babysitting).

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

  • Understanding of child developmental stages.
  • Ability to create a nurturing and comforting environment.
  • Open to professional development.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
  • CPR & First Aid certified (training provided post-hire).
  • Knowledge of Universal Precautions (training provided).
  • USDA meal service monitoring knowledge (training provided).
Other Facts:
  • Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, excluding designated holidays.
  • Reports To: Lead Teacher

Job Tags

Part time, Monday to Friday

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