Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant (Union)

Location:

1224 West Street, Genoa, OH 43430

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 4:30 PM)

Weekly Hours:

34 hours per week, 42 weeks per year

Employment Type:

Seasonal Full-Time Pay Rate:

$19.41 per hour (Associate's Degree or CDA) | $17.82 (HS Diploma or GED)

Summary:

Assist teachers with the daily operations in compliance with all policies, procedures, licensing and funding requirements. Why Work for GLCAP? At Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP), you'll be part of an organization that makes a real difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities. Our mission-driven culture fosters collaboration, professional growth, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful work every day.

Benefits and Perks:

Work-Life Balance:

34-hour full-time workweek with three-day weekends

Health Coverage:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance available from day one

Retirement:

403(b) plan with 4% employer match plus a 3% employer contribution

Paid Time Off:

Generous personal time and sick leave

Paid Holidays:

12 holidays per year (paid if scheduled)

Health Savings:

Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts with employer contributions

Income Protection:

Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Employee Support:

Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives

Professional Development:

Education assistance and training opportunities

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Educ ation:

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) As prescribed in section 648A(a)(2)(B)(ii) of the Head Start Act, Head Start assistant teachers must, at a minimum, have a CDA credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds the requirements for a CDA credential, are enrolled in a program that will lead to an associate or baccalaureate degree or, are enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within two years of the time of hire.

Experience:

Up to one-year experience in early childhood development and up to one-year experience with word processing and internet software. As a condition of employment, the following are additional requirements: Initial and periodic physical exams required. Must submit to initial and/or periodic state and/or federal criminal checks. Must submit to initial and periodic drug and alcohol testing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with implementing developmentally appropriate activities and strategies which support the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of preschool children. Assist with providing an age-appropriate learning environment that allows for individual differences. Assist with promoting and encouraging a positive learning environment and nurturing teacher child interactions. Substitute for teaching staff; assist with classroom activities. Organize, sanitize and store classroom equipment and supplies. Recruit and direct volunteers. Assist in conducting 2 educational home visits per child per year. Maintain accurate records and submit records as requested. Join us in Helping Communities Thrive, One Neighbor at a Time .