Teacher Assistant

Teacher AssistantThe opportunityA Teacher Assistant supervises and teaches students in the event that their Regular Teacher is unable to lead the class. Teacher Assistant works for Kings Bay Y / JCC Brooklyn schools to offer emergency support for classrooms, fill long-term absences or help cover a class during a transition period. They accept assignments on a flexible schedule and may be called to fill in the morning of the school dayMain ResponsibilitiesFollow lesson plans provided by the Regular TeacherBe able to lift, carry and hold children, to stop and bend to a child's level and stand for long periods of time throughout the dayEncourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment while Regular Teacher is absentTrack attendance, collect homework and provide general supervision during class periodsWork with students individually or as a group/adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student and to keep up with the regular curriculumManage and instruct the class effectively from roll call to tidying up the classroom after the students have leftSupervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playgroundFor long-term substitutes: develop lesson plans and assignments consistent with the Regular Teacher's past lesson plansCommunicate daily and meet weekly in the classroom with your head teacher. Accept guidance where needed and assist the head teacher in supervising and assessing student teachers assigned to the classroomQualificationsEarly Childhood Education (at least 2 years) or Substitute certificateExperience in leading and instructing childcare students – at least 1 yearGeneral knowledge of several subjectsStrong English verbal and written communication skillsAbility to adapt plans to specific classroomsFlexibility and critical-thinking skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsNeeds to have: Fingerprinted by IdentoGoCPR/First AidMandated reporterSCR clearanceJob Benefits: Health and vision coverage & dental coverage optionalPension Benefit plan, after one year, with agency contributionLife insurance, Optional 403/b plan & parental leaveGenerous Paid time off (PTO) Paid federal and additional holidaysEmployee program discountsProfessional development opportunities- conferences and licensesScheduleFull-time position is scheduled to work from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM with 30-minute lunch: Monday to FridayLocation:3495 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229