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Tompkins Community Action Teacher Assistant in Ithaca, New York
Teacher AssistantIn coordination with Teacher, ensure the implementing of a Head Start classroom education program for children 3 to 5 years including: implementing a daily routine with appropriate transitions, utilizing lesson and classroom plans that encourage active exploration, physical, cognitive and social/emotional development. Support integrated quality service delivery in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards, Regulatory Guidelines, Department and TCAction policies and procedures. Ensure nurturing and responsive practices, interactions, and environments that foster trust and emotional security for children. As directed, utilize developmentally appropriate strategies and individualization to ensure planning, classroom management and adult-child interactions support the growth of all children. Meet implementation program plan goals that support School Readiness and Family Engagement framework outcomes and provide quality, integrated service delivery to children and their families at classroom sites throughout Tompkins County.Min. Req.: • Minimum of # 12 credits in Early Childhood Education • Enrollment in Child Development Associate (CDA) credential at time of hire; with a completion date # 24 months from date of hire OR enrollment in an Associate Degree program in Early Childhood Education, Family Services or related field; with a completion date # 24 months from date of hire. • One (1) year work experience meeting position competencies.For detailed job description: Access our website: www.tcaction.org.Mail, fax, or email resume w/cover letter to Human Resources Director, TCAction, 701 Spencer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850; Fax# (607) 273-3293; email: jobs@tcaction.orgApplications accepted until the position is filled. AA/EEO.
Minimum Salary: 18.15 Maximum Salary: 18.15 Salary Unit: Hourly