• Preschool Teacher Aide - Substitute

    Northern Rivers Family Services (Schenectady, NY)


    Preschool Teacher Aide - Substitute

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    Schenectady-Bigelow - Schenectady, NY

    Position Type

    Per Diem

    Education Level

    High School/GED

     

    Salary Range

     

    $16.00 - $17.50 Hourly

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    None

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Job Category

    Education

    Description

    Pre School Teacher Aide - Substitute

     

    Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 7:30 am - 5:00 pm - no weekends

     

    As a per diem Preschool Teacher Aide - Substitute, you will work with teachers in the management of a preschool classroom by providing quality care to ages 3-5 following Agency philosophy, program performance standards and curriculum guidelines. You will report to the Preschool Supervising Teacher and you will work onsite.

    Responsibilities:

    + Use daily routines and observations to meet the strengths and needs of children

    + Work as a team member to facilitate the programs curriculum, procedures and philosophy.

    + Assist in the implementation of weekly program plans.

    + Help establish a safe environment and a positive emotional tone that is supportive of the individual childs feelings by interacting with them in a supportive way.

    + Maintain a welcoming atmosphere to encourage and facilitate ongoing parent participation and involvement.

    + Participate in staff training according to program staff training plan and policies.

    + Report any suspected injuries immediately to classroom staff.

    + Learn and apply the program curricula to each child.

    + Maintain punctuality in all interactions with children, parents, coworkers and volunteers.

    + Interact positively with and provide choices to children during meal and nap times.

    + Care for program equipment and supplies safely and cost-effectively.

    + Assist in classroom cleanup and follow universal precautions daily.

    + Assist children in transitioning during day when needed.

    + Assist children in safely exiting from Center during fire drills and any hazardous situations.

    + Adhere to agency and program standards regarding child and families confidentiality and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

    Requirements and Education:

    + High school diploma

    + Demonstrated knowledge and skill in preschool preferred

    + Good verbal and written communication skills

     

    Benefits

     

    + Sick Leave

    + EAP

    + 401 (K) plan

    + Free training/CEU opportunities

    About Northern Rivers

    At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

     

    Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.