Early Childhood Associate Teacher

Description:

Work Days: 5-days/week

Work Hours: 8:00am-1:00pm

Compensation: $24,600.00 + benefits

The successful Classroom Teaching Assistant at Corlears will:

● Value the school's mission to support students who are economically, racially, and ethnically diverse, as well as those coming

from diverse family structures

● Value the Corlears School’s social justice initiatives centered in anti-bias teaching goals

● Have grounding in progressive / constructivist practices and principles

● Help to maintain a peaceful and safe learning environment, valuing organization, cleanliness, emotional and physical health, and

fostering student independence

● Be flexible with interpreting and adapting lesson plans

● Possess effective interpersonal communication skills with colleagues, students, and families

● Reflect on practices, in partnership with administration and faculty, and make adjustments as needed

Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities for the Classroom Teaching Assistant entail:

● Interface with families, caregivers, and classroom teachers

● Assist with tasks that support the overall management and functioning of the classroom including:

○ diapering/toileting

○ handwashing

○ snack/meal assistance

○ supervision

○ administrative tasks (photocopying, organizing, etc.)

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