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Teacher Assistant - Early Childhood Connections

Apply for the position, Teacher Assistant - Early Childhood Connections, with USD 489 today or contact Geri French for more information. Posted Oct 22, 2020.

  
Qualifications:          Must have a high school diploma or equivalency.  Prefer candidates with experience working with young children. 
 
Hours:                              5.5 hours per day, Monday-Friday (12:00-5:30) 
 
Starting salary:         $11.49 per hour 
 
Beginning date:        December 14, 2020 
 
Closing date for application:            Open until filled 
 
To Make Application, apply online: 
                                     https://usd489.applicantportal.com 
 
 
Position contact:                                Michelle Dannels  
                                                               [email protected] 
                                                               Early Childhood Connections 
                                                               2501 E. 13th 
                                                               Hays, Kansas 67601 
(785) 623-2430 
General Function:
 To assist teacher and share responsibilities to ensure a well-managed center.  Also to provide information and support to families. 
 
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
 1.    Provides an open and inviting learning environment
 • Provides positive guidance to children, encouraging self-discipline and problem-solving.
 • Implements lesson plans and individualized programs plans developed by teacher/coordinator.
 • Works with the teacher to organize the environment to support children’s development.
 • Supports children’s learning in every area of the classroom and outdoors.
 • Participates in team teaching possibilities.
 • Assists with on-going assessment by collecting items for children’s portfolios and writing anecdotal observations as assigned. 
 
2.  Engages and supports children and families to enhance life skills.
 • Establishes and maintains rapport with families which is open, honest and caring.
 • Attends and assists with parent meetings.
 • Models skills which promote healthy environments for children.
 • Assists families in meeting goals including health requirements. 
 
3.    Provides a safe and healthy learning environment.
 • Follows staffing pattern as assigned by teacher to ensure children’s safety.
 • Performs cleaning and organizing duties as assigned. 
 • Assists teacher in providing positive guidance to children.
 • Promotes preventative wellness. 
 
4.  Maintains an open communication system.
 • Practices open communication with staff, families, and volunteers.
 • Participates in school wide activities. 
 
5. Promotes and respects the Code of Ethical Conduct as set forth by NAEYC.
 • Maintains a professional manner and appearance at all times.
 • Insures confidentiality
 • Adheres to a mandatory reporting policy for child abuse and neglect. 
 
6. Completes all other duties as assigned. 
Teacher Assistant - Early Childhood Connections
Full Time
Geri French
Oct 22, 2020
Mar 20, 2023
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