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O VERVIEW: The Preschool  Teac her Assistant position at Community Seedlings Preschool is responsible for providing   instruction   to children ages 2 to 2½ years of   age.   Preschool Teacher Assistants are responsible for encouraging children's curiosity and excitement for   learnin g. Serving   as   co-researchers, Preschool Teachers Assistants at Community Seedlings support   the   cur iosi ty   and excitement for   learnin g   th at   i s   inherent   in   every   child. They recognize and honor children's   na tural   quest   to   understand their place   in   the world around them. This is   learned   through play, small   gro up   projects, dialogue,   journaling, reflection ,   and documentation of children's   work.   Preschool   T eacher Assistants e ncourag e   a   lov e   of   learnin g   through exploration of art, STEM work, math, social studies, literacy, and   the   environments of both the indoor and outdoor classrooms. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Preschool Director, and Lead Teacher, the Teacher Assistant assists with and is responsible for the following areas: • Maintain safety and ensuring the welfare of all enrolled children, supervision of children during all activities, indoors and out of doors. • Ensure appropriate standards for children's discipline and behavioral standards using non-punitive methods. • Day-to-day operation; including maintaining a harmonious and efficient work environment. • Perform housekeeping duties as assigned, including daily preparation and clean-up of snack/lunch. • Attend all staff meetings and other work-related functions, including special events, as required. • Interact with parents when necessary or refer appropriate questions and concerns to program teachers or Directors. • Assist Lead Teacher with implementing age-appropriate provocations and invitations.. • Assist in maintaining and providing periodic testing of emergency response plan. • Continue to engage in professional development. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • H igh   schoo l   diploma or equ ivalent; Must be 18 years of age or older • College coursework in fields relating to preschool children preferred. Minimum of 6 ECE units completed. REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS • Must pass fingerprint clearance, TB test, pre-employment physical, and provide immunization record of measles and pertussis vaccines. • Must complete required training upon hire or willing to obtain certification :   CPR, Mandated Reporter, and Sexual Harassment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : • R eport to   work on a regular and punctual basis • U nderstand   and   implement   developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) • E xercise discretion and confidentiality   when   meeting   with   families   and   the   public • B e sincere,   nurturing and caring   toward   all children • I nteract   appropriately   and positively   with   children   at all times • U nderstand and follow procedures and policies of   the organization • U nderstand and follow   oral   and written instructions • D emonstrate positive team   attitude • E stablish and   maintain   cooperative and effective working   relationships   with colleagues • R ead, write,   speak   and   understand   Eng li s h . • Strong communication skills. • Ability to communicate with children and parents in a positive and respectful manner. • Energetic personality and team player. • Must be punctual and reliable. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The physical   requirements   described   here   are   representative   of those that must be met by   an   employee   to   successfully perform   the   essential functions of this   job. • R egularly   required   to   sit, stand,   twist,   turn,   bend,   walk,   talk, hear, and   reach   with   hands • R egularly   required   to operate a computer and   other   office equipment • R egularly required   to   see   and observe   students,   walk and/or   stand for extended   periods   of   time,   and   hear   and   speak   to exchange information • R egularly required to possess   dexterity of   hand   and   fingers,   kneel,   bend   at   the waist,   sit   on   the floor, climb stairs and reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties; lift light objects • R egularly   required   to   speak   in   audible   tones   so   that   others   may understand   clearly   in indoor and outdoor classrooms • O ccasionally required   to lift   and/or   move up   to 40  lbs. • D uties are   normally   performed   in   a   school,   classroom, playground   and/or   other outdoor settings • D uties   may   be performed   in   seasonal   heat,   sun,   and   cold • T he   noise level in   the   work environment   is usually moderate WORKING HOURS: Monday - Friday Part-time: 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Reasonable   accommodations   may be   made   to   enable   individuals   with   disabilities   to   perform   the essential   functions. BENEFITS: • 403 (b) Retirement Plan • Credit Union Membership EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Community Roots Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.