Teaching Assistants- Substitutes, Child Development Center

Widener University - Uppr Chichstr, PA

Part-time - Entry Level

Uppr Chichstr, PA

Educational Services

About the position

Widener University is seeking part-time Substitute Teaching Assistants to provide high-quality early childhood education and support the general supervision and management of children in their program. These positions are contingent upon external funding and involve working closely with teachers to enhance the educational experience for young children.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the guidance of the teacher group supervisor.
• Show initiative in the improvement of early education, the program, and curriculum.
• Aid teachers and students by recording and reporting student attendance.
• Assist in maintaining classroom logs, observational records, and assessment records for each child.
• Interact and supervise students with assignments and activities.
• Provide positive reinforcement to students and model problem-solving behavior and good communication skills.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect to allow for individual differences.
• Actively supervise and manage students at all times.
• Acknowledge all parents when entering and exiting the program each day.
• Maintain an open, warm, and professional relationship with all families.
• Be available for parents and teacher's conferences as needed.
• Maintain a room arrangement that is safe, inviting, interesting, and stimulating.
• Help with general housekeeping tasks such as preparing snacks, lunches, washing tables, and daily chores.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining discipline and encouraging acceptable behavior.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times.
• Be knowledgeable about health and emergency policies and procedures.
• Maintain total awareness of the children's safety during all activities.
• Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and Child Development Associate (CDA).
• Associate's degree in liberal studies, early childhood education, psychology, and one to two years of experience with children.
• Proficient in the use of computers, Internet, and software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Current PA State Police Criminal History Report.
• Current FBI Criminal History Report (DHS) Department of Human Services.
• Current PA Child Abuse History Clearance (DHS) Department of Human Services.
• Must have current Annual Physical Exam and Manitou TB test.
• Health and Safety Basic: Requirements for Certification (10 Hours).
• Better Kid Care (may be completed after hiring).
• STARS 101 Certificate (may be completed after hiring).
• STARS 102 Certificate (may be completed after hiring).
• Pediatric First Aid Certificate, Fire Safety Training, Emergency Evaluation and Procedures, Child Abuse and Mandated Reporter (Act 31 and Act 126).
• New Staff Orientation Better Kid Care (15 hours), Professional Development Training (minimum of 24 hours per year) workshops and/or college credit.
• Ability to objectively gather and report relevant information about students to assist in the planning process.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to interpret and apply oral and written instruction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively and exchange information with other staff and outside departments.
• Ability to perform several different tasks and determine priorities.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• Ability to work well with and relate to students of all backgrounds.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and high energy level.
• Ability to learn and apply school rules, regulations, and procedures.

Benefits

• Part-time flexible schedule
• Opportunity to gain experience in early childhood education
• Professional development opportunities