Teacher Assistant

$18.55/hr starting & $2.5k Sign on Bonus: $1250 at end of 4 month Introductory Period and $1250 at the end of the first year! Unemployment benefits during school breaks and summer months! --- Helping people reclaim the life they deserve At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need.". We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package. We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community. What SCAP offers for you! Paid Personal Time Paid Sick Time Company Holidays Medical Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance 403(b) with Company Match! Flexible Spending Accounts Referral Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Parental Leave AND MORE! Responsibilities Assists in implementing on a daily basis the Head Start curriculum and fostering each child’s development socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically, maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment conducive to the growth and development of children. Completes the daily classroom housekeeping chores including cleaning tables, sweeping floors, removing trash, and other chores to maintain a clean and orderly classroom for children. Works with classroom staff to encourage parent involvement in the classroom and to welcome parents so they feel comfortable and productive as a volunteer in the classroom. Stays up to date on CDA credential and/or State Certifications (if applicable) and actively participates in supervisor-approved trainings to continue to learn new techniques and best practices. Assists Teacher with the on-going assessment of children. Observes and takes accurate and professional notes on children and shares information with other team members as appropriate. Participates in fall planning conference and spring progress report conference, following the lead of the Teacher and providing appropriate, professional feedback to the parent.