Preschool Teacher Aide

1 week ago

Bethesda, Maryland, United States Rochambeau The French International School Full time

Job Title: Preschool Teacher AideReports To: Director of Preschool

Division: Academic Classification: Faculty CBA

Location: Maplewood campus FLSA: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: The starting salary is determined by the Faculty Association salary grid

THE SCHOOL

Rochambeau, The French International School located in Bethesda, MD, provides a unique education combining the French curriculum with high-quality English instruction to around 1,200 students from ages 2 to 12th grade. Our diverse student body, representing over 80 nationalities, benefits from our strong emphasis on inclusion and equity, supported by our dedicated faculty and staff.

THE POSITION

This role is critical in supporting our certified childcare teachers in developing and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for young children. The successful candidate will participate in classroom activities, oversee safe play, provide supervision of children at all times, and provide personalized attention to enhance each child's learning and development. Strong collaboration with teachers and parents is essential to promote the educational goals of our program. Candidates should have a genuine interest in child development, possess relevant qualifications, and adhere to all regulatory standards set by the Maryland Office of Child Care.

Excelling within our independent school environment necessitates the ability to collaborate and cultivate relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. This involves engaging with colleagues and various departments impacted by projects and decisions. Success in this role hinges on recognizing the interconnected nature of school operations and establishing and nurturing meaningful and effective relationships to strengthen the school community. Commitment to Rochambeau's vision, mission, and values.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These examples of duties and responsibilities are intended only as examples of the various job duties. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. Faculty and staff positions are school-based and in-person.

Assist in the delivery of age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.

Assist in implementing weekly lesson plans, aiming for a 90% satisfaction rate from teachers, by attending monthly training sessions on educational content delivery within the first three months.

Maintain a safe and organized classroom environment.

Conduct daily safety and organization checks to maintain a hazard-free classroom, participating in quarterly safety workshops, starting immediately upon employment.

Supervise children during both indoor and outdoor activities, ensuring their safety.

Provide vigilant supervision to maintain an incident-free record during all activities, complemented by bi-monthly safety training, starting from the first day of employment.

Provide individualized attention to support children's developmental needs.

Offer daily tailored support to at least three children, documenting progress weekly, and engage in ongoing training in developmental psychology, starting within the first week of employment.

Assist with meals and snacks, aiding children during these times.

Help children with meals and snacks, ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines and cleanliness, and participate in monthly nutritional training starting from the first day on the job.

Collaborate with teachers and parents to enhance children's educational experiences.

Engage in monthly meetings with teachers and quarterly discussions with parents, aiming for at least 95% positive feedback on collaboration, and attend biannual communication workshops starting within the first three months.

Keep detailed records of children's progress and behaviors.

Maintain accurate, daily updated records for each child, ensuring error-free documentation through monthly audits and initial training in record-keeping within the first month of employment.

Attendance & Punctuality.

Reliable attendance is essential. Staff must be punctual and dependable to meet Rochambeau's needs. Absences or tardiness disrupt work and burden colleagues. Attendance and reliability impact performance evaluation and continued employment.

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree in early childhood education or related field is preferred.

Certification as a Child Care Aide or similar credentials or a willingness to obtain teacher certification within 3 months.

Experience in a preschool or childcare setting is advantageous.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Teamwork capabilities, patience, and a strong affinity for working with children.

Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.

Bilingual English and French desired.

Office of Child Care Compliance - Training and Professional Development

Adhere to all state licensing requirements, including background checks and health assessments.

Complete mandatory health and safety training within 45 days of employment.Annually fulfill a minimum of 3 hours in core knowledge training and up to 3 hours in elective training as per the professional development plan.Document all completed training and ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.New hires lacking 90 hours of preservice training must complete an orientation session within 3 months of hire, addressing child supervision, professional conduct, parent interaction, child supervision, child care management,Accurately maintain all required training and compliance records annually.

SPECIAL NOTE

Per Maryland House Bill 486, amended in House Bill 373, Rochambeau will contact the applicant's previous employers to request information relating to child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct.

Rochambeau is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value all individuals, treat everyone with fairness and respect, and comply with Federal anti-discrimination laws. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. For assistance, contact Human Resources at

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I, ______________________________________ acknowledge receipt and review of the above job description. I confirm my understanding of the position's nature, duties, and requirements discussed with the employer. I affirm my capability to fulfill these duties with or without reasonable accommodation if hired. This description does not establish an employment contract beyond "at-will" employment.

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