Classroom Teacher Assistant
Company: United Migrant Opportunity Services
Location: Lepanto
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Apply Now and complete an official UMOS application to be
considered at UMOS.org. Resumes alone are not accepted.
Classroom Assistant Teacher Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
1. Will work in conjunction with Classroom Teacher to schedule,
complete and track all required home visits/conferences,
developmental screenings, ongoing assessments, collection and
timely online entry of classroom observations and documentations
within the specified time frame for each event.
2. Will work with the classroom teacher to create/update
individualized plans with parents to address each child's needs and
track child's progress.
3. Along with the teacher, will guide and facilitate activities of
the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting
and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom based on the
Creative Curriculum Standards, HSPS and State Licensing Mandates,
and UMOS Policies and Procedures.
4. Will work closely with classroom teacher in the setup,
maintenance, and daily preparation/clean-up of both the indoor and
outdoor environments.
5. Assist in implementing children's I.E.P. (Individual Education
Plan) or I.F.S.P. (Individual Family Service Plan) as well as
seeking clarification for any aspects that are not well
understood.
6. Assist the teacher in the completion of required reports on
children and classroom activities.
7. Will maintain written and verbal communication with families
that captures ongoing dialog regarding the developmental progress
and other pertinent information regarding their child.
8. Communicate with and respond to individual children during
activities and routine by communicating with children at eye level,
using appropriate tone of voice and modeling and questioning to
extending children's thinking and language.
9. Participate fully in the Family Style Meal Service and assist
children in development of social and self-help skills, sound
nutritional practices, and required documentation per the Child
Adult Care Food Program.
10. Will follow health and safety policies and procedures including
but not limited to storage of poisonous and hazardous materials,
conduct health and safety checklists, daily child observation,
diapering/toileting/handwashing, injury/accident prevention, child
accident reports, sanitizing, cleaning, and universal
precautions.
11. Work in conjunction with the classroom teacher to generate and
collect non-federal share (In-kind).
12. Will work with the teacher to always maintain positive guidance
and behavioral management techniques.
13. Always maintain direct sight and sound supervision of all
children and demonstrate active supervision.
14. Communicate with bus driver/monitor any information to be
shared with child's parents or guardians about daily activities,
behaviors and related issues as well as assisting in loading and
unloading the children on the bus.
15. Attend all staff meetings, trainings, in-service trainings, and
center activities as assigned by the CDC/ Center Manager.
16. Will perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:1. Be 18 years of age or older.
2. Have a valid High school diploma or GED certificate.
3. Possess a Preschool (PS) Child Development Associate credential
or state-awarded certificate that meets/exceeds the requirements
for a CDA credential or be enrolled in a CDA program immediately
upon acceptance of position. Must complete within 1 year.
4. Some Child Care experience is preferred.
5. Strong oral and written communication skills. Preferred
Bilingual in Spanish and English (oral and written).
6. Must have basic computer skills to include, but not limited to,
data entry and internet.
7. Have reliable transportation; hold a valid driver's license and
adequate car insurance.
8. Work flexible, irregular hours with some travel.
Work Environment, Physical, and Sensory Demands:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.Physical Demands:
1. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend.
2. Occasionally required to lift and /or move up to 20 lbs.
3. Occasionally required to drive.
4. Frequently exposed to temperature variations generally
encountered in a controlled or uncontrolled temperature
environment.
5. Noise level in this work is usually moderate to high.
6. Occasionally required to ride school bus.
7. Exposed to bumpy travel conditions.Tools & Equipment Used:
1. Phones, computer system.
2. Fax machine, copy machine, laminator, calculator.
3. Use first aid equipment, fire extinguisher.
Usage varies by position.Additional Eligibility Requirements:
Employment with UMOS is contingent upon successful completion
of:
1. Criminal background check prior to employment.
2. Physical exam and TB screening test showing absence of
Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment or sooner if required by
local/state regulation
3. Complete SIDS & Shaken Baby Training prior to working with
children
4. Fire Extinguisher Training
5. Proof of certification in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid within
30 days or sooner if required by local/state regulation.
6. Register in the state childcare registry.Apply Now and complete
an official UMOS application to be considered at UMOS.org. Resumes
alone are not accepted.
UMOS is an equal opportunity Affirmative Action employer, and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local
laws.EducationPreferred
Keywords: United Migrant Opportunity Services, Memphis , Classroom Teacher Assistant, Education / Teaching , Lepanto, Tennessee
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