Teacher Assistant_Pre-K Counts: EA Wilmerding PKC
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 29
- 1 day ago
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Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Primary/secondary education · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Assist in Classroom Activities:Support the Lead Teacher in planning and conducting classroom activities, lessons, and experiences that encourage exploration, learning, and development.
- Help implement a curriculum that aligns with Head Start standards and meets children's individual developmental needs.
- Use creative techniques to keep children engaged in educational activities.
- Monitor and Support Child Development:Observe and record children's progress, behaviors, and needs, providing input to teachers for assessments and individualized learning plans.
- Address social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children through interaction, support, and encouragement.
- Ensure a Safe and Healthy Environment:Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
- Follow all health and safety protocols, including regular sanitization, health screenings, and promoting good hygiene among children.
- Engage with Families:Participate in parent-teacher conferences and meetings as needed to discuss children's progress and developmental milestones.
- Maintain positive and open communication with families to strengthen the home-to-school connection.
- Assist with Daily Routines:Supervise children during meal times, bathroom breaks, nap times, and other daily routines.
- Help children develop basic self-care skills, including toileting, handwashing, and dressing.
- Collaborate with Team Members:Work closely with other staff members, including the Lead Teacher, to ensure alignment and consistency in teaching practices.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to improve skills and stay current with early childhood education standards.
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
- Experience working with young children in an educational setting is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with the Head Start program and its guidelines is a plus.
- Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, and families.
- Must meet state and federal guidelines for employment in a Head Start program, which may include background checks and health screenings.
- Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
- School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
- Sitting for extended period of time
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 50 pounds
- Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
- Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
- Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers
- Hearing clearly
- Adequate vision to perform duties
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The Head Start Teacher Assistant works under the guidance of a Lead Teacher to support the academic, social, and emotional development of children aged 3 to 5. This role involves assisting in implementing educational activities, creating a safe and nurturing environment, and fostering relationships with children, families, and colleagues. The Teacher Assistant plays a critical role in providing the foundational skills necessary for children's success in kindergarten and beyond. This position is in the East Allegheny Wilmerding Pre-K Counts Classroom.