Teaching Aide Jobs in Springfield, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Position Description: • The Assistant Teacher/Teacher’s Aide must have a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children full time in an early childhood classroom.• The Assistant Teacher/Teacher Aide must meet the Department of Education and Department of Health qualifications as specified in its policy manual.• The Assistant Teacher/Aide reports directly to the Executive Director and or the Education Director.• The Starrett Early Center’s Assistant Teacher/Aide role requires an independent learner who is, detail oriented, efficient, analytical, and reliable.• This role requires someone who can manage multi-tasking on various levels. He or she must be able to follow and execute multi-step directions.• Under the classroom supervision of the Lead Teacher, the Assistant Teacher/Teacher’s Aide will be responsible for working within the framework of Starrett Early Learning Center to carry out its functions, policies, and procedures.• The Assistant Teacher/Teacher’s Aide will provide direct support as deemed pertinent to the Lead teacher in all instructional components and curriculum implementation.• The Assistant Teacher/Teacher’s Aide will serve as a role model in the classroom for students.• He or she will be responsible to grow professionally and maintain an active study plan.• The Assistant Teacher/Teacher’s Aide will work to maintain a positive professional relationship with parents and guardians.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:• The Assistant Teacher/Aide must be able to work collaboratively within a team.• He/She will possess effective classroom management and demonstrate a strong ability to manage time and adhere to deadlines.• He or should also demonstrate leadership skills, be able to multitask and take initiative.• The Assistant Teacher/Aide must complete mandatory 2 hours of training in child abuse maltreatment, identification, reporting and prevention. In addition, must complete a minimum of 15 hours of training each year in subjects related to child health, safety, supervision and early childhood development.• The Assistant Teacher/Aide is responsible to assist the Education Director in making sure Starrett Early Learning Center is clean, safe and in compliance to Department of Health regulations on a daily basis.• The Assistant Teacher/Aide Teacher is responsible to ensure safety, direct supervision of students, cleanliness and organization in maintained in the classroom at all times.• The Assistant Teacher/Aide will assist in developing a program of sound educational goals appropriate to the age and developmental level of childrenThe above is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all the job functions.EDUCATION / WORK REQUIREMENTS:• Teacher Aides must have a minimum of High School Diploma or GED.• Associate Degree in Early Childhood preferred• NYC Assistant Teacher Certification preferred• Must be willing to be on a study plan to obtain NYS Assistant Teacher Certification or AA Degree, if applicableREQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIESTo be successful, Assistant Teacher/Aide, an employee must maintain confidential information regarding the personal history of employee records. Should possess the following skills:• Ability to identify gaps and create improvements• Teamwork and Collaboration• Task Management• Communicate effectively and clearly• Time management• Technology: Computer, Word, Excel, Microsoft• Willingness to be flexible• Classroom managementLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, interpret, and communicate effectively through written and verbal reports.REASONING ABILITY:Capable of solving practical problems and adapting to changing situations with discretion and confidentiality.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The position requires physical activity typical of working with children, with accommodations for disabilities as needed.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment is a classroom setting with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.SAFETY & SECURITYAdherence to safety protocols is required, with consequences for non-compliance.EVALUATION:Performance will be evaluated based on prioritization, time management, flexibility, and adherence to company policies. $31,000.00 - $35,000.00 Annually