Infant Teaching Assistant - Full Time

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Responsible for providing direct supervision and care for a group of children through a caring, positive, authoritative relationship. Makes children feel welcome and comfortable. Assists in the planning and implementing of scheduled period(s) of activities, which are developmentally appropriate and ensures the safety and well-being of the children as well as providing a model of quality.

I. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares and Implements a program of activities in accordance with agency curriculum for a group of children. Prepares lesson plans.
• Maintains attendance records for a designated group of children and Adheres to regular work and activity schedules. Assists in food preparation and distribution.
• Establishes and Maintains control and safety of an assigned group of children. Assures the orderliness and cleanliness of designated work area(s).
• Serves as an effective role model for the children by Assisting children in a way that develops the child’s role and initiative and Interacts in ways that help them learn.
• Assists children with feeding and bathroom needs i.e., changing diapers, helping child to restroom, feed child, etc.
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude with parents, children and staff at all times. Participates in parent contact and communication as assigned. Communicates the child’s progress with parents in a positive and supportive manner.
• Wears the appropriate clothing for child care duties and Identifies safety hazards and immediately Corrects them or Reports them to supervisor.
• Attends staff meetings, training events, workshops, etc. and Maintains required level of training hours with required documentation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.