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Genesee Community College Teacher Assistant for GCCA Child Care Center (Fall 2024) in Batavia, New York
Location: Batavia, NY Category: Other Posted On: Tue Apr 2 2024 Job Description:
Preschool Teacher Job Summary:
Working under supervision of the lead teacher, preschool teacher's assistants carry out a variety of activities designed to help children gain a basic understanding of numbers, letters, colors, and shapes. They also play an instrumental role in supervising children on the playground, getting them ready for naptime, toileting, and serving snacks. These are all important components of the preschool routine, which, if carried out appropriately, helps young children gain confidence in themselves and in their environment.
Without aides or assistants available to carry out key tasks, lead teachers might struggle to develop or execute lesson plans. This position is also important in that it provides young kids with yet another strong role model, as well as a great source of emotional support.
Job Responsibilities:
Maintaining a safe and supportive environment for young children
Assisting teachers with carrying out lesson plans
Helping children use the bathroom or, when necessary, changing diapers
Handling basic hygiene needs such as handwashing
Preparing children for and supervising them during naptime
Preparing and serving lunch or healthy snacks
Observing children for developmental problems and other concerns?and passing this information on to the preschool teacher
Supporting preschool teachers with preferred classroom management and discipline strategies
Participate and help with parent-teacher conferences as needed
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
1 Year of experience working with young children (babysitting counts)
Additional Information:
Additional Information:
This is a Monday-Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm position. Position will start August 19, 2024.