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About the Role

Ulster Community College Association is seeking an Assistant Teacher/Floater to support the Director and Head Teacher in the general supervision and management of children within the Children's Center. This role involves assisting in creating a positive learning environment, communicating with parents and staff, and maintaining professionalism.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment for children.
Interact with children positively, respectfully, and encouragingly.
Assist in planning and teaching activities that promote children's emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development.
Keep records of each child's progress and development.
Maintain a neat, clean, and organized classroom with learning centers.
Assist children with personal care needs, including toileting, diapering, feeding, washing, clothing, and comforting.
Perform daily health checks for each child.
Provide input for planning classroom activities and Center events.
Maintain lists of needed classroom supplies and materials.
Inform parents about classroom activities, projects, and events through various communication channels.
Communicate with parents regarding each child's growth and development.
Develop supportive partnerships with parents.
Address concerns with parents as they arise.
Maintain professional relationships with other teachers.
Work cooperatively with other teachers and support staff.
Refrain from gossiping and discussing other staff behaviors.
Coordinate with the Director or assigned staff in training and supervising students.
Assist other staff in their classrooms and follow their routines and guidelines.
Maintain professional attitudes, loyalty, and confidentiality.
Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
Complete required training hours within the set timeframe.
Understand regulations set forth by the Office of Children and Family Services.
Maintain personal ASPIRE Professional Development Listing.
Receive and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED training.
Be supportive of the Center and Administration.
Maintain a positive work environment.
Maintain a professional image.
Assist in supervising the Center when the Director or Assistant Director is unavailable.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
One to two years of experience working with children in an established child care center.
Training in early childhood education.
Ability to perform physical activities including lifting children or heavy items (50 pounds), bending, standing for long periods, climbing, or walking.
Ability to lift 50 pounds from the floor to a waist-high table multiple times a day.
Ability to reach a child more than 20 feet away in less than a minute.
Ability to crouch to a child's height and maintain eye contact.
Ability to sit on the floor for extended periods and get up and down quickly.
High degree of concentration, patience, and ability to deal with pressure and distractions.
Resume or CV.
Cover letter discussing qualifications and interest in the position.
Contact information for 3 professional references.
Verification of all information provided on the employment application.
Fingerprint check.
Verification of the right to work in the United States.
Meeting all other required pre-employment conditions.

Skills

Early childhood education
First Aid
CPR
AED
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Problem-solving

Location

Onsite

Work Type

Full-time
35 hours per week

Experience Level

1-2 years experience working with children in an established child care center
1 year experience working in an established child care center (Preferred)

Education Level

High School Diploma
Associate's Degree or CDA in Education, Early Childhood Education or related field (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$18.00 per hour

About the Company

Ulster Community College Association is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Association encourages applications from all qualified applicants.
This position is contingent upon adequate funding.

Equal Opportunity

Ulster Community College Association is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Association encourages applications from all qualified applicants.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who, due to a disability, require accommodations for completing the application process, testing (if required for the position), or the interview, should notify the Human Resources Office 10 working days before the accommodation is required.